Malnutrition in Gastrointestinal Diseases

Malnutrition in gastrointestinal diseases occurs when the digestive system can't properly absorb or process nutrients from food, leading to deficiencies in vitamins, minerals, and calories. Conditions like Crohn’s disease, celiac disease, or chronic diarrhea impair nutrient absorption, resulting in weight loss, fatigue, and weakened immunity. It’s not always about not eating enough, but about the body’s inability to utilize the nutrients from food. Managing malnutrition involves treating the underlying gastrointestinal condition and providing nutritional support to restore proper nutrient levels and overall health.