Storm Nutrition Study Support

by Maria Pauer; edited by Bridget Storm MA, RD-AP, LDN, CNSC When we think of the holiday season, we often think of laughter, music, family traditions, and feasts. However, for many people around the world, the overflowing tables and elaborate meals can feel isolating and overwhelming. The holidays can bring challenges related to food insecurity, malnutrition, and difficulty accessing even the most basic nutritious foods. In this discussion, we will explore why malnutrition increases during the holidays, how it affects people across all age groups, and what we can do to support those around us.  What Is Malnutrition?  Malnutrition occurs when the body does not receive the right amounts of nutrients needed to function properly daily. This includes:  Undernutrition: eating too few calories, proteins, and essential vitamins and minerals.  Overnutrition: consuming too many calories and relying on poor-quality foods that lack nutritional value.  There is a common mis...