Match each disorder with its corresponding definition or description.
-results from a diet that has enough calories but too little protein

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Kwashiorkor results from a diet that has enough calories but too little protein.

Answer: D 
 Scurvy is a disorder caused by a deficiency of vitamin C in the diet, resulting in weakness, anemia, and spongy gums.

Answer: E 
 Marasmus is a form of malnutrition that results from a lack of both protein and calories in the diet, leading to wasting of the body.

Answer: G 
 Bulimia is an eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge-eating followed by purging, which can involve vomiting or the use of laxatives.

Answer: J 
 Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to a severe restriction of food intake.

Match Each Disorder with Its Corresponding Definition or Description