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How has science and technology lead to improved nutrition

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frev Answered:

Science and technology are two huge areas of human development, each of wich is very contributing to the worlds wellfare. Obiously, tractors, not to mention plows, fishing rods and other things have improved our possibilities of harvesting fishing and harvesting. Scince has also improved agricultural achievements, as well as helped us discover what lies behind malnutrition related ills.

In a sense, one may feel that intuition should lead us right even without science and/or technology. But facts are that our life spans as well as our tallness have seemed to increase, that is on avarage, as a result. So as for worldly dignity, I should say, things point to that there are real benefits with these two subjects.

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andrayaldridge Answered:

Half of the world's people, most of them poor and living in developing countries, have diets that are inadequate in protein, calories and/or micronutrients. Up to one-fifth of deaths and disabilities worldwide are attributed to malnutrition. Micronutrient deficiencies--the hidden hunger that can damage health even when diets are adequate in calories--have increasingly become a focus for concern in the international aid community. Approximately one-third of the world's population is affected by deficiencies in Vitamin A, iron and iodine. Lack of adequate folic acid is also a significant concern, especially during pregnancy. Clinical manifestations of these and other micronutrient deficiencies include birth defects, blindness, mental retardation, anemia and even death. Even those who are marginally deficient in micronutrients are unable to reach their full potential as parents, workers and citizens. The cycle of poverty thus continues.