Long-term health problems related to poor nutrition as a child

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Author: Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MSLast Updated: September 13, 2007
Medical Review: Ruth Schneider, MPH, RD - Diet and Nutrition
Joanne P. Ikeda, MA, RD - Nutrition Education Specialist and Lecturer

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