7. Cycle of good nutrition & resistance to infection in the context of HIV/AIDS Good nutrition -Good food intake -Maintenance of weight & muscle tissue -Good micronutrient status Increased resistance to infections -Diarrhea -TB -Respiratory infections Management of HIV related complications - Malabsorption -Diarrhea -Lack of appetite -Weight loss Strengthening of the immune system -Ability to fight HIV & other infections
8. Cycle of malnutrition & HIV infection HIV Poor nutrition Poor ability to fight HIV & other infections Increased vulnerability to infections, poor health, earlier & faster progression to the end stage of AIDS Increased nutritional needs, reduced food intake and increased loss of nutrients
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13. For meals to provide adequate nutrition and promote well being they should comprise of a variety of foods :