Poor nutrition is one of the main killers of young children , the report says . `` Global commitments on food security , nutrition and sustainable agriculture are part of a wider agenda that will help address the critical issues raised in this report , '' said Ann Veneman , UNICEF 's executive director . Children : 200 million children younger than 5 suffer from chronic undernutrition . Undernourished kids more likely to suffer from chronic diseases such as heart disease , diabetes . Reducing and eliminating malnutrition is feasible , the report says .
Poor nutrition is one of the main killers of young children , the report says . Children : 200 million children younger than 5 suffer from chronic undernutrition . Undernourished kids more likely to suffer from chronic diseases such as heart disease , diabetes . Reducing and eliminating malnutrition is feasible , the report says .