![]() The costs of malnutrition may be felt over a lifetime: Adults who were stunted as children earn, on average, 22% less than those who weren’t stunted. If a mother is malnourished during pregnancy, that can be passed on to her children. ![]() This can lead to a vicious cycle, especially for children. Or their immune system will weaken from malnutrition and leave them more susceptible to illness that prevents them from getting to work. If a person doesn’t get enough food, they’ll lack the strength and energy needed to work. As much as poverty causes hunger, hunger is also a key cause - and maintainer - of poverty. ![]() Simply put, we can’t achieve truly sustainable development around the world if we don’t end hunger and malnutrition. ![]()
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