SDG 2 - Zero Hunger Flashcards
zero hunger
KF od SDG 2
increase investment in agriculture infrastructure, research + tech
increase ag productivity
make sure all people have access to nutritious food all year round
ending all forms of malnutrition
which groups are most affected by malnutrition?
infants and children up to the age of 5
pregnant + breastfeeding women - baby draws nutrients from mother
elderly
malnourished - nutrients
a lack of nutrients required for the body to function effectively
undernourished - calories and KGs
lack nutritious food to meet energy requirements
impacts of hunger
-widespread malnutrition
-lowering immune system
-contracting diseases such as malaria. - especially children under 5
-pregnant women may have no nutrient meals
-increasing stress + anxiety
-as they cannot provide for their baby
impact of zero hunger
-end all forms of malnutrition
-increase energy levels of children
-able to regularly attend school + expand knowledge + enhance capabilities through gaining an education.