Osteoporosis can often develop due to a fibre

deficiency.

Anaemia is a deficiency of red blood cells or haemoglobin, which transport calcium around the body.

Kwashiorkor occurs in developing countries and is a result of a severe lack of protein in the diet

Osteoporosis occurs predominantly in young women

Osteoporosis can result in weak bones, change in spine shape and loss of mobility.

Economic effects of undernutrition can involve costs related to surgery, hospital stays, specialist appointments, counselling and after care treatment.

Anaemia is a deficiency of red blood cells or haemoglobin and can result in feeling weak and fatigued, concentration difficulties and loss of appetite.

Lack of fibre in the diet can cause Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), haemorrhoids and diverticulitis.

Indigenous groups are less likely to develop conditions related to undernutrition.