What is another word for dietary deficiency?
Pronunciation: [dˈa͡ɪ͡ətəɹi dɪfˈɪʃənsi] (IPA) 
Dietary deficiency is the term used to describe the condition when your body isn't getting the essential nutrients from your diet to maintain proper health. It's not always easy to pin down exactly what you're lacking, but common signs are low energy, fatigue and even depression. There are many ways to describe the feeling of a dietary deficiency, from "nutrition gap" to a "deficiency state." Other synonyms for the term include "malnutrition," "nutrient imbalance," "poor nutritional intake," and "nutritional inadequacy." Regardless of the words used, it's important to address the issue quickly to avoid potential long-term health effects.
