# Rising nutritional disorders in Europe > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rising-nutritional-disorders-in-europe > Updated: 2026-10-13T11:20:50.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Reports from Spain and Central Europe highlight growing concerns regarding nutritional disorders, including obesity and disease-related malnutrition (DRM). In Spain, a White Paper presented by medical societies indicates that DRM affects approximately one million people, resulting in an annual economic impact exceeding 1.6 billion euros. The condition is linked to increased hospital readmissions, longer stays, and the loss of muscle mass, which can compromise patient autonomy. Medical professionals note that muscle serves as a critical amino acid reservoir for immune function during illness. In the Czech Republic and Slovakia, nutritional disorders are also on the rise. Data from the Czech insurer ČPZP shows a one-third increase in obesity and malnutrition cases over the last five years, with obesity accounting for 80 percent of treated cases. In Slovakia, experts have raised alarms regarding senior health, noting that insufficient protein intake and reduced food frequency can lead to muscle loss and diminished independence. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-13: Nutritional disorders on the rise in Czech Republic and Slovakia Rising rates of obesity and malnutrition are impacting populations in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, with seniors being particularly vulnerable to nutritional deficiencies and muscle loss. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nutritional-disorders-on-the-rise-in-czech-republic-and-slovakia ### 2026-10-13: Clinical nutrition targets muscle loss in Spain Disease-Related Malnutrition affects nearly one million people in Spain, costing over 1.6 billion euros annually and necessitating specialized clinical nutrition to preserve muscle mass. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/clinical-nutrition-targets-muscle-loss-in-spain --- Cite as: Rising nutritional disorders in Europe. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/rising-nutritional-disorders-in-europe