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Malaysian Children Stunted?
By Alpro Pharmacy
October 22, 2024
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According to surveys, the average height of Malaysians is shorter than that of both men and women in Asia. Surveys show that whether compared to our neighboring country Singapore; or to distant countries such as Japan or South Korea, Malaysians are shorter in height.
The impact of height on individuals
- Career Opportunities
In some industries, such as sports or modeling, height can be a competitive advantage. Research also shows that taller people are more likely to enter higher-paying occupations, although other factors such as education and skills are also important.。
- Self-esteem and confidence
Taller people are generally more likely to feel confident, while shorter people may have self-esteem issues, although this is influenced by cultural and social factors.
- Social Interaction
Taller people may have an easier time attracting attention and respect, while shorter people may experience being ignored or discriminated against.
- Health Risks
Height is associated with certain health problems, such as being under-height is associated with an increased risk of chronic disease.
- Mental Health
Short individuals may face body image issues and social pressure, while tall individuals may be affected by high expectations and social pressure.
Height indirectly reflects some factors related to the country's economic and social conditions.
- Health and Medical Expenses
People in good health are more likely to participate in the work force, reduce work time lost due to health problems, and reduce health care expenditures, which may help the country lower health care costs.
- Education level
Height is associated with better health and nutritional status in children and adolescents, which is often associated with better academic performance, potentially increasing educational attainment and making people more competitive in the labor market.
- Social welfare expenditures
If the number of people requiring social welfare expenditures due to health problems increases, it may lead to an increase in government social security expenditures.
🤔 What causes stunted heights?
Heredity accounts for 20% of the causes of people’s short height, becoming the main problem causing people to become shorter and shorter.
The remaining 80% includes nutrition, exercise, sleep, health issues and environmental factors. In terms of nutrition, children may be picky eaters or not get enough of certain key nutrients (such as protein or fat), which may affect their growth rate.
Sleep is also important, because growth hormone is mainly secreted within an hour after deep sleep, and insufficient sleep will affect the growth of your child. Exercise can promote the secretion of growth hormone, and lack of exercise may lead to insufficient height.
Certain diseases, especially those related to nutritional metabolism, may also affect a child’s height. Therefore, early treatment of these underlying health problems is critical to your child’s height development.
The solution from Alpro x Pediasure
Join us in closely monitoring children’s growth with Alpro! This year, we introduce a specially designed height chart, sponsored by Pediasure, in primary schools across the region. This chart enables teachers and students to easily track growth over time, providing a clear picture of each child’s development. Our dedicated team of professionals will be there to support and guide this journey, ensuring every child receives the attention they deserve. Together, let’s promote healthy growth in every classroom!
My Healthy Growth Journey @ Alpro Pharmacy
Alpro Pharmacy also offers “My Healthy Growth Journey” Program, where you can bring your children to visit the nearest Alpro Pharmacy to measure their height and weight. Let’s work together to improve the health of the children in our country.
The installation of growth charts in schools is just the first step in addressing a much larger issue. With continued efforts from the community, schools, and our professional team, we can help ensure that every Malaysian future generation gets the nutrition they need to grow strong and healthy.
