Saudi Med J
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To review relevant literature on the determinants of the nutritional status of the children below 5 years of age in the Eastern Mediterranean Regional (EMR) countries and investigate the updates related to risk factors associated with malnutrition. ⋯ In this review, the researchers have highlighted the prevalence of malnutrition in EMR countries. Thereafter, the review findings recommend for prioritization of different policies which aimed to improve the nutritional status of the people.