Malnutrition In Children in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different malnutrition in children patterns according to TCM theory
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Malnutrition in children encompasses a range of conditions where there is an inadequacy of nutrients necessary for proper growth and development. This can manifest as nutritional deficiency, undernutrition, or more specifically, childhood malnutrition.
It is a critical health issue that can lead to delayed growth, weakened immunity, and increased susceptibility to diseases. Malnutrition can result from insufficient intake of food, poor dietary choices, or the body's inability to absorb and utilize nutrients effectively. The impact of malnutrition during childhood can have long-term effects on physical and cognitive development.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches malnutrition in children through the lens of holistic balance and energy flow within the body. TCM theories suggest that malnutrition arises from disharmonies such as deficiencies in vital energy (Qi), Blood, and Essence, or from imbalances in the functioning of organs like the Spleen and Stomach.
TCM doesn't just treat the symptoms of malnutrition but seeks to rectify the underlying imbalances, aiming to restore the body's natural ability to absorb and utilize nutrients efficiently.
Herbal Formulas for Malnutrition In Children
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address malnutrition in children