Hello everyone , and welcome back to our channel ! Today, we ’re diving into a topic that affects millions of children around the world— malnutrition and its impact on cognitive development and educational outcomes . How does early nutrition shape a child’s ability to learn, grow , and succeed in life? Let ’s explore the evidence and stories behind this critical issue. Introduction Malnutrition is a condition where the body is either undernourished or overnourished, leading to stunting, wasting, obesity, and other diet-related diseases. But malnutrition isn’t just about physical health—it has a deep impact on a child’s brain development and educational achievement. Did you know that nearly 149 million children under the age of five are suffering from stunted growth globally? In India alone, 35.5% of children are stunted, according to the latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5)....