Select the correct option about Kwashiorkor.
Statement A: It is a form of malnutrition caused by a lack of fat in the diet.
Statement B: Children who develop Kwashiorkor may not grow or develop properly and may remain stunted for the rest of their lives.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Only statement B is correct.
The correct statement is Statement B. Children who develop kwashiorkor may not grow or develop properly and may remain stunted for the rest of their lives due to severe protein deficiency resulting from insufficient intake of dietary fats required for normal growth.