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muscles and bones. These tests may
include:
X-rays (bone mineral density and
geometry)
CT (Computed Tomography)
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
The therapy
Restoring the nutrients that are missing,
making nutrient-rich foods available, and
providing supplements for specific
deficiencies. In someone who is severely
malnourished, this must be done slowly
until the body has had time to adjust to the increased intake and then maintained at a higher than
normal level until a normal or near normal weight has been achieved.
Regular monitoring of those patients who have chronic malabsorption disorders or protein- or
nutrient-losing conditions. Once the deficiencies have been addressed, putting a treatment plan into
place is needed to prevent the malnutrition from recurring.

Written by:
Dr. Davide Perego
Neuroscientist, Psyco-Neuro Physiologist,
expert in psychopathology and neuropsychology

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