Approximately one-third of children in developing nations are short and underweight for their age. The most frequent cause is
A) weaning to high-carbohydrate, low-protein diets.
B) diets low in essential fatty acids.
C) weaning to low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets.
D) diets low in vitamin A.

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The most frequent cause of children being short and underweight for their age in developing nations is weaning to high-carbohydrate, low-protein diets. This type of diet lacks the essential nutrients, particularly protein, necessary for proper growth and development.

Approximately One-Third of Children in Developing Nations Are Short and Underweight