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Embrace the opportunity to make a difference on September 16, as we raise awareness about a critical global issue during Malnutrition Awareness Week. This urgent cause was spearheaded by the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) in 2009 as an annual observance to advocate for proper nutrition, early detection of malnutrition and education about its adverse effects. Who'd have thought that something as simple as our daily food could have such a significant impact on our health? This week, we aim to dissipate the shadow cast by this silent epidemic and work towards a healthier world community. Gain knowledge, take action, and join the fight for improved global health. Let's use this Malnutrition Awareness Week to create a ripple for change because together, we can transform lives. It all begins here!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Malnutrition Studies</div><div class='timeline-text'>The medical community begins studying the impact of malnutrition on overall human health in the 19th century, focusing particularly on children's health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UNICEF Formation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations creates UNICEF, a global organization committed to addressing children's needs, including the struggle against malnutrition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1977</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>ASPEN Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) is founded, focusing on improving practice and research in clinical nutrition, including malnutrition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Millennium Development Goals</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations sets the Millennium Development Goals, including Goal 1: Eradicate Extreme Hunger and Malnutrition, enhancing global focus on nutrition issues.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Malnutrition Awareness Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>ASPEN spearheads the inaugural Malnutrition Awareness Week to draw attention to the importance of nutrition as a crucial component of health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sustainable Development Goals</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations sets the Sustainable Development Goals, including Goal 2: End Hunger, Achieve Food Security and Improved Nutrition, marking the global commitment towards ending malnutrition.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Educate yourself</h3><p class='facts-text'>Start by learning more about malnutrition. Seek resources online, attend seminars, or listen to podcasts about the topic. Understand what causes malnutrition, its impacts, and what one can do to prevent it, both in your community and around the world.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Attend an event</h3><p class='facts-text'>ASPEN usually offers a series of webinars during Malnutrition Awareness Week, or look for local events happening in your area. These sessions dwell on various aspects around malnutrition, ranging from prevention, treatment to government policies.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Share information on social media</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use your social media accounts to spread the word about Malnutrition Awareness Week. You could share statistics, educational infographics, or even your own experiences and knowledge about the issue to increase awareness.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a food drive</h3><p class='facts-text'>Organize a food drive in your local community. Donate collected items to a food bank or a community center. While food drives are a temporary solution, they can be a lifesaver in crisis situations, and encourages conversations about food insecurity and malnutrition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a fundraising event for malnutrition support</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use your creativity to host a fundraiser for an organization that combats malnutrition. It can be as simple as a bake sale, or something more complex like a charity run or an auction. The funds gathered will go a long way in providing much needed assistance to those suffering from malnutrition.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Educational Opportunities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>We love Malnutrition Awareness Week because it provides countless opportunities to learn more about the devastating impacts of malnutrition and the crucial importance of healthy nutrition. From online resources to webinars, there are many ways to educate ourselves and others about these important issues during this observance.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Action</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Malnutrition Awareness Week inspires action, whether it's sharing valuable information, attending an event, or hosting a food drive. It's a great platform for those looking to make an impact in their community and globally. The targeted activities not only bring attention to the problem of malnutrition but actively contribute towards solutions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Fosters Community Involvement</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>No fight can be won alone, and Malnutrition Awareness Week fosters a sense of community, bringing people together for a common cause. Whether it's through organizing or participating in fundraising events, hosting food drives or sharing information on social media, the week encourages everyone to play their part in combating malnutrition.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Malnutrition is a Global Crisis</h3><p class='facts-content'>It's not just a problem of the developing nations. Even in wealthier countries, malnutrition exists due to poverty, poor diet choices, or lack of knowledge about proper nutrition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Malnutrition Affects Physical and Cognitive Development</h3><p class='facts-content'>Malnourished children often have stunted growth and experience developmental delays. They may also have difficulty concentrating or learning new tasks.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Malnutrition can Stem from Overnutrition as well as Undernutrition</h3><p class='facts-content'>Most people assume malnutrition means not getting enough food, but it also includes overnutrition. Eating too much of the wrong types of food can lead to obesity, diabetes and heart disease, all forms of malnutrition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Malnutrition is a Hidden Issue in Older Adults</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many older adults are at risk of malnutrition due to factors such as decreased appetite, medication effects, or difficulty preparing meals. As a result, they may not get the nutrients they need for good health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Education is Key in Combating Malnutrition</h3><p class='facts-content'>Improving knowledge of what constitutes a healthy diet, the importance of physical activity, and the negative impacts of malnutrition are all necessary in the fight against this global issue.</p></div></div>
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