Prevalência de Obesidade Infantil em uma Escola Pública da Cidade de Ipatinga (MG)

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 22
Author(s):  
Jackeline De Souza Alecrim ◽  
Lorena Freire Sousa ◽  
Josiane Márcia de Castro ◽  
Gulnara Patricia Cabrera Borja ◽  
Luna Luiza Borges de Castro ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Public Institution ◽  
Nutritional Deficiencies ◽  
Obesity Index ◽  
Low Weight ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Low Prevalence

O alto predomínio da obesidade na infância vem se tornando cada vez mais preocupante, desta forma, pais, profissionais da saúde, educadores e representantes de entidades ligadas ao tema buscam respostas e soluções para o problema que cresce de maneira alarmante. Este estudo teve como objetivo investigar o índice de obesidade infantil em crianças de 6 a 10 anos, em uma instituição pública de ensino, analisando seus hábitos alimentares e as condições patológicas associadas à obesidade correlacionando a ausência ou não da prática de exercícios físicos. Ficando evidenciada a baixa prevalência de crianças obesas e um alto índice de crianças abaixo do peso preconizado pela OMS para a faixa etária. Apesar da maior prevalência de crianças com baixo peso se observou que a grande maioria adota uma alimentação inadequada e um alto consumo de carboidratos e gorduras e apenas 4,54% e 9,8% das crianças com idade de 6 e 7 anos e 8, 9 e 10 anos, respectivamente, afirmaram consumir diariamente frutas e verduras. O que pode ser considerado preocupante, uma vez que maus hábitos alimentares associados a outros fatores predisponentes podem desencadear deficiências nutricionais, que podem oferecer graves consequências para a saúde do indivíduo.Palavras-chave: Obesidade Infantil. Baixo Peso. Alimentação Infantil.AbstractThe high prevalence of obesity in childhood has become increasingly worrying, so parents, health professionals, educators and representatives of entities associated to the theme, seek answers and solutions to the problem that grows alarmingly. The objective of this study was to investigate the childhood obesity index in children aged 6 to 10 years in a public institution analyzing their eating habits and the pathological conditions associated with obesity, correlating the absence or absence of physical exercise practice. A low prevalence of obese children and a high index of underweight children was evidenced recommended by WHO for the age group. Despite the higher prevalence of underweight children, it was observed that the vast majority adopt an inadequate diet and a high consumption of carbohydrates and fats, and only 4.54% and 9.8% of children aged 6 and 7 and 8 , 9 and 10 years, respectively, reported consuming fruits and vegetables daily. This can be considered a concern since poor dietary habits associated with other predisposing factors can trigger nutritional deficiencies that can offer serious health consequences to the individual.Keywords: Child Obesity. Low Weight. Infant Feeding.

scholarly journals Comparing food environment and food purchase in areas with low and high prevalence of obesity: data from a mapping, in-store audit, and population-based survey

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniele Flaviane Mendes Camargo ◽  
Ana Paula Belon ◽  
Leticia Marín-León ◽  
Bruna Fernanda do Nascimento Jacinto de Souza ◽  
Rafael Pérez-Escamilla ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Food Environment ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Food Purchase ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Retail Food

Abstract: Our study aimed to compare key aspects of the food environment in two low-income areas in the city of Campinas, São Paulo State, Brazil: one with low and the other with high prevalence of obesity. We compared the availability of retail food establishments, the types of food sold, and the residents’ eating habits. Demographic and socioeconomic data and eating habits were obtained from a population-based health survey. We also analyzed local food environment data collected from remote mapping of the retail food establishments and audit of the foods sold. For comparison purposes, the areas were selected according to obesity prevalence (body mass index - BMI ≥ 30kg/m²), defined as low prevalence (< 25%) and high prevalence (> 45%). Only 18 out of the 150 points of sale for food products sold fruits and vegetables across the areas. Areas with high obesity prevalence had more grocery stores and shops specialized in fruits and vegetables, as well as more supermarkets that sold fruits and vegetables. With less schooling, residents in the areas with high obesity prevalence reported purchasing food more often in supermarket chains and specialized shops with fruits and vegetables, although they consumed more sodas when compared with residents of areas with low obesity prevalence. Our results suggest interventions in low-income areas should consider the diverse environmental contexts and the interaction between schooling and food purchase behaviors in settings less prone to healthy eating.

scholarly journals Interplay between Diets, Health, and Climate Change

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
pp. 3878 ◽  
Author(s):  
Prajal Pradhan ◽  
Jürgen P. Kropp
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Environmental Impacts ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Red Meat ◽  
Animal Source Foods ◽  
Global Challenge ◽  
Animal Source ◽  
Total Calorie ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity

The world is facing a triple burden of undernourishment, obesity, and environmental impacts from agriculture while nourishing its population. This burden makes sustainable nourishment of the growing population a global challenge. Addressing this challenge requires an understanding of the interplay between diets, health, and associated environmental impacts (e.g., climate change). For this, we identify 11 typical diets that represent dietary habits worldwide for the last five decades. Plant-source foods provide most of all three macronutrients (carbohydrates, protein, and fat) in developing countries. In contrast, animal-source foods provide a majority of protein and fat in developed ones. The identified diets deviate from the recommended healthy diet with either too much (e.g., red meat) or too little (e.g., fruits and vegetables) food and nutrition supply. The total calorie supplies are lower than required for two diets. Sugar consumption is higher than recommended for five diets. Three and five diets consist of larger-than-recommended carbohydrate and fat shares, respectively. Four diets with a large share of animal-source foods exceed the recommended value of red meat. Only two diets consist of at least 400 gm/cap/day of fruits and vegetables while accounting for food waste. Prevalence of undernourishment and underweight dominates in the diets with lower calories. In comparison, a higher prevalence of obesity is observed for diets with higher calories with high shares of sugar, fat, and animal-source foods. However, embodied emissions in the diets do not show a clear relation with calorie supplies and compositions. Two high-calorie diets embody more than 1.5 t CO 2 eq/cap/yr, and two low-calorie diets embody around 1 t CO 2 eq/cap/yr. Our analysis highlights that sustainable and healthy diets can serve the purposes of both nourishing the population and, at the same time, reducing the environmental impacts of agriculture.

scholarly journals A feasibility study of a WhatsApp-delivered transtheoretical model-based intervention to promote healthy eating knowledge and habits for firefighters in Hong Kong: A cluster randomized controlled trial

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Winnie WM NG ◽  
Kin Cheung
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Transtheoretical Model ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Cluster Randomized Control Trial ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Cluster Randomized

Abstract Background Firefighters’ health is affected by a high prevalence of obesity and cardiovascular diseases, which are common risk factors for sudden cardiac death. The aim of this study was to investigate the feasibility of enhancing healthy eating habits and knowledge in firefighters through an education programme.Method This will be a cluster randomized control trial study. The participants will be assigned randomly into either control (health promotion pamphlet) or intervention (health promotion pamphlet and education materials through WhatsApp) groups. Changes in healthy eating habits and knowledge will be assessed by a self-administrative questionnaire and anthropometric measurements at three different time points.Discussion More education is required in order to improve firefighters’ eating habits and knowledge.

scholarly journals Markers of healthy eating habits, water intake, and constipation in children between 4 and 7 years of age

2018 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 363-372
Author(s):  
Cristiana Santos ANDREOLI ◽  
Sarah Aparecida RIBEIRO-VIEIRA ◽  
Poliana Cristina de Almeida FONSÊCA ◽  
Ana Vládia Bandeira MOREIRA ◽  
Sônia Machado Rocha RIBEIRO ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Intake ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Vegetable Consumption ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Food Diary ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dietary Analysis ◽  
Significance Level

ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the association between diet and constipation in children between four and seven years of age. Methods A cross-sectional study with 152 children between 4 and 7 years of age residing in Viçosa, Brazil. Constipation was defined in accordance with the Rome IV diagnostic criteria. Dietary habits were evaluated based on the frequency of food intake using a food diary for three days. Dietary analysis considered foods deemed healthy and unhealthy which could be associated with constipation, as well as the children’s consumption of fruits and vegetables. The amounts of fiber and water consumed were also rated as adequate or inadequate. As part of the analyses, Student’s t-test and the chi-square test were performed with a significance level of p<0.05. Results The prevalence of constipation was 32.2%. Constipation was more common among children who did not consume fruits (p=0.020) or greens (p=0.002), as well as among children who consumed “instant” chocolate drinks (p=0.033). An association was found between the frequent consumption of fried food (p=0.020), a daily water intake lower than 600mL, and constipation (p=0.028). Conclusion Unhealthy eating habits among children, such as the lack of fruit and greens intake and the consumption of “instant” chocolate drinks and fried foods, were found to be positively correlated with constipation. The low fruit and vegetable consumption observed herein reflects the need for changes in children’s eating habits and the implementation of measures to promote the intake of healthy foods.

scholarly journals Analysis of dietary habits and health status in a court of young athletes in Northern Italy practicing Athletic disciplines

2020 ◽  
Vol 79 (OCE2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emanuela Cazzaniga ◽  
Annalisa Terenzio ◽  
Alessandra Pozzi ◽  
Alice Cassera ◽  
Andrea Greco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Sport Performance ◽  
Northern Italy ◽  
Young Athletes ◽  
Body Adiposity ◽  
Food Education ◽  
Starting Point

AbstractIntroduction:A balanced diet is a fundamental component of athletes' health, training and performance. WHO dietary guidelines highlight the importance of maintaining a normal BMI, limiting the intake of sugars (especially sweetened foods and beverages), eating at least 5 portions of fruits and vegetables per day, drink lots of clean water (at least 2 L per day for children older than 13 and for adults). HBSC-Italy study reveals that children have frequently bad eating habits, such as consuming sweetened drinks and not enough fruits and vegetables. Indeed, 21.3% of Italian children are overweight and 9.3% are obese. The purpose of this study is to evaluate nutritional and health status of a population of Northern Italy children and adolescents practicing Athletics, investigating for both endurance and not endurance disciplines. Data obtained are a starting point for focused food education interventions aimed at improving health and sport performance.Materials and Methods:A cohort of 125 athletes (12–25 years, 42.4% male, 57.6% female). Two groups were created: children (12–17 years) and adults (18–25 years). Weight, height, waist circumference, triceps and subscapularis skinfolds were measured in order to calculate BMI, Waist-to-Height ratio (WtHr), body adiposity and muscle mass. At baseline and after 1 year (follow-up) from a nutritional educational intervention, the anthropometric measures and dietary habits were tested with a validated dietary screening survey, considering food quality, portions and frequencies of consumption, were taken.Results:At Baseline, more than 85% of athletes were found to be normal weight with WHtR < 0.5. All the athletes showed body adiposity in the normal range. Regarding food habits, most athletes do not take the recommended daily fruit and vegetable servings follow Italian trend. Only about 20% of children athletes assumes the water daily intake. On the contrary, about 50% of athletes in every group drink sweetened beverages every day. The data collection after the personalized food education meetings will be collected in May 2019.Discussion:The athletes of cohort shows a good health status but nutritional habits present critical issue. For this reasons, there is a need of nutritional education for improving healthy eating habits in young athletes in order to impact positively on future health status and on sport performance.

scholarly journals The role of oxidative stress on the pathophysiology of metabolic syndrome

2017 ◽  
Vol 63 (1) ◽  
pp. 85-91 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fabiane Valentini Francisqueti ◽  
◽  
Lidiana Camargo Talon Chiaverini ◽  
Klinsmann Carolo dos Santos ◽  
Igor Otávio Minatel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Antioxidant Defense System ◽  
Fat Deposits ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits ◽  
Speed Up

Summary Metabolic syndrome (MetS) has a high prevalence around the world. Considering the components used to classify MetS, it is clear that it is closely related to obesity. These two conditions begin with an increase in abdominal adipose tissue, which is metabolically more active, containing a greater amount of resident macrophages compared to other fat deposits. Abdominal adiposity promotes inflammation and oxidative stress, which are precursors of various complications involving MetS components, namely insulin resistance, hypertension and hyperlipidemia. One way to block the effects of oxidative stress would be through the antioxidant defense system, which offsets the excess free radicals. It is known that individuals with metabolic syndrome and obesity have high consumption of fats and sugars originated from processed foods containing high levels of sodium as well as low intake of fruits and vegetables, thus maintaining a state of oxidative stress, that can speed up the onset of MetS. Healthy eating habits could prevent or delay MetS by adding antioxidant-rich foods into the diet.

scholarly journals Promotion of Children Health with Giving Supplement of Rainbow Nutrition: A Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 88-92
Author(s):  
Sagar Alwadkar ◽  
Pratibha Wankhede ◽  
Mayur Wanjari
Keyword(s):  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Future Generation ◽  
Food Choices ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Educational Approach ◽  
Daily Diet

Introduction: "Eat the Rainbow" is an educational approach intended to encourage children to incorporate fruits and vegetables in their daily diet so that they can receive all the foods they need for their health. According to UNICEF, school children are the future generation of tomorrow, the age group from 6 to 12 years is considered the school-age children. They grow steadily but gradually and generally eat four to five times a day, which include snacks. Maintaining their health, development, and growth during this age group is extremely important. These age groups of children face rapid mental and physical development and therefore proper nutrition is very crucial at this point in life. In children, the eating habits developed at birth usually persist into adulthood. Eating habits are influenced by food choices. During this time many dietary habits, likes, and dislikes are established. Parents, friends and especially television media affect their food choices and eating habits.

scholarly journals Primary school children’s diet assessment with a 7-day diary – comparison between Italy and Poland

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
A Kawalec ◽  
G Piscitelli ◽  
K Pawlas ◽  
L Dallolio
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Primary School ◽  
School Children ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Primary School Children ◽  
Food Diary

Abstract Background Dietary habits acquired in childhood are often followed in later life, and if unfavourable may result in negative long-term health consequences. The study aimed to assess diet of primary school children with an interactive 7-day food diary in the form of a colouring book. Methods At first the study was conducted among 428 primary school children from Calderara di Reno (Italy). After questionnaire's translation and adjustment, the study continued as a pilot-study among 83 children from Wałbrzych (Poland). Under supervision of parents and teachers children completed a 7-day food diary. The quality of diet was evaluated with KIDMED test. Composition of breakfast was rated due to content of water (+1), carbohydrates (+1), proteins (+1), fibre (+1), vitamins/minerals (+1), free sugars (-1), assuming adequate breakfast if scored &gt; =3 points and contained source of protein or carbohydrates. Statistical analysis with chi-square test was performed. Results Adherence to the model diet was medium or high among 64.49% of Italian and 40% of Polish children (p &lt; 0.001). Significantly more Italian children had adequate breakfast each day during a week (51.17% vs 27.71%, p &lt; 0.001) and each school day (51.40% vs 34.94%, p = 0.006). There was no difference in number of children consuming well-balanced breakfast during a weekend (p = 0.749). Consumption of fruits and vegetables in both groups was far below recommended level- 75.9% of Italian and 81.9% of Polish children ate less than 3 portions of fruits and vegetables per day. Conclusions The study underlines the need for improvement of children's diet and increase in parent's awareness of family eating habits. This 7-day diary is a innovative tool, which allows identification of incorrect dietary behaviours among children and enables school professionals to design adapted health promotion activities and educational programmes for pupils and parents, aiming to increase knowledge about the role of diet and nutrition in health. Key messages There is a constant need for nutritional education and healthy lifestyle promotion among children, parents and teachers. Assessment of children’s diet and screening for unfavourable dietary habits may be helpful in planning health promotion and preventive activities at schools.

scholarly journals Perfil nutricional e funcional de idosos atendidos em um ambulatório de nutrição da policlínica José Paranhos Fontenelle na cidade do Rio de Janeiro

2006 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacqueline De Souza Machado ◽  
Vanessa Vicente de Souza ◽  
Shirlei De Oliveira Silva ◽  
Andréa Abdala Frank ◽  
Eliane Abreu Soares
Keyword(s):  
Rio De Janeiro ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Functional Assessments ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Biochemical Evaluation ◽  
Nutritional Monitoring ◽  
Elderly Nutrition ◽  
Personal Questionnaire

Resumo: O presente estudo objetivou caracterizar o perfi l nutricional e funcional de idosos que se encaminhavam a Policlínica José Paranhos Fontenelle (Rio de Janeiro) para o primeiro atendimento nutricional. A pesquisa contou com a participação de 35 idosos, sendo aplicada a avaliação socioeconômica com um questionário de dados pessoais, a avaliação bioquímica foi composta por dosagens de colesterol, triglicerídios, glicose e ácido úrico plasmáticos. Para avaliação dietética foi utilizado o método de freqüência de consumo de alimentos, além disso foi aplicada avaliação antropométrica e funcional. A idade dos idosos era de 60 a 76 anos, sendo que 74,3% eram do sexo feminino e 25,7% do sexo masculino. Em relação aos aspectos socioeconômicos, observou-se que 44,4% dos homens e 57,7% das mulheres possuíam renda inferior a dois salários mínimos. De acordo com a avaliação antropométrica, observou-se elevada prevalência de obesidade (57,1%) em ambos os sexos. Com relação as Atividades de Vida Diária (AVD`s) pôde-se verificar que as atividades que obtiveram maior grau de dificuldade foram: subir escadas (40%), tomar ônibus (25,7%) e cortar as unhas dos pés (23,0%). Em relação ao consumo alimentar observou-se de uma forma geral um elevado consumo de arroz (92,3%), pão (88,4%) e feijão (76,9%). O alimento protéico mais freqüentemente consumido entre os idosos foi o frango. Muito embora persistiu um baixo consumo de frutas e hortaliças justificando orientações nutricionais adequadas. De acordo com os resultados encontrados pode-se observar a necessidade do acompanhamento nutricional, considerando hábitos alimentares e estilo de vida dos idosos, contribuindo com os demais serviços gerontológicos prestados a população. Palavras-chave: Idosos. Nutrição. Doenças Crônicas. Capacidade Funcional. Abstract: The objective of this study was to trace the nutritional and functional profile of elderly people who are treated in the policlinic José Paranhos Fontenelle (Rio de Janeiro) for their fi rst nutritional care. The research involved the participation of 35 people, it was applied data on socio economical, with on personal questionnaire, the biochemical evaluation was compose for cholesterol, triglycerides, glucose and acid uric plasmatic levels. About dietetic evaluation it was utilize food frequency questionnaire, furthermore it was evaluated anthropometric and functional assessments. The elderly aged was between 60 and 76 years old, but 74,3% were of female and 25.7% of male. Taking into account socioeconomical aspects, it was revelated that 44,4% of men and 57,7% of women have a budget that is inferior to two basic salaries. Concerning the anthopometric assessment was observed high prevalence of obesity (57,1%) was noticed for both sexes. In relation to Daily Life Activites (DLA`s), the ones they showed more diffi culties to perform were: climbing the stairs (40%), taking a bus (25,7%) and trimming the nails of the toes (23,07%). In relation to dietary intake, a high amount of rice (92,3%), bread (88,4%) and beans (76,9%) consumption was detected. The most frequently consumed protein source was chicken meat. Although persisted a low consumption of the fruits and vegetables justified nutritional orientation adequate. In accordance with the results the necessity of the nutritional monitoring can be observed, considering food habits and life style of the aged ones, contributing with the too much gerontological services given the population. Keywords: Elderly. Nutrition. Chronic Disease. Functional Ability.

scholarly journals The Analysis of the Nutritional Status and Dietary Habits among Children Aged 6–10 Years Old Attending Primary Schools in Poland

2022 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 953
Author(s):  
Magdalena Potempa-Jeziorowska ◽  
Paweł Jonczyk ◽  
Elżbieta Świętochowska ◽  
Marek Kucharzewski
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Family Involvement ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Dairy Products ◽  
Mineral Water ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Statistical Software ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity ◽  
Brown Bread

A high prevalence of obesity among children is influenced by serious implications. Obesity mainly results from behavioral factors, such as improper dietary habits. This study aims to evaluate the nutritional status and dietary habits of children aged 6–10 (n = 908) attending primary schools in Poland, Europe. The research tool was a questionnaire that was completed by one of the children’s parents. A statistical analysis was made using statistical software. The value of p = 0.05 was considered to be statistically significant. A total of 74.7% of children surveyed have a normal body mass. As many as 91.7% and 76.6% of children, respectively, eat a first and second breakfast daily. Nearly half of parents (48.9%) state that their child consumes milk or other dairy products daily. A total of 74.3% of children drink water daily. A total of 27.6% eats fish less frequently than once a week. A total of 7.6% of children eat fish several times a week. As many as 20.6% of the respondents state that their child eats brown bread several times a week, whereas 19.9% state that their child never eats brown bread. A total of 55.1% of children eat fruits and/or vegetables daily. A total of 14.1% of children surveyed consume sweets daily. The study revealed a positive correlation between BMI and the frequency of mineral water consumption (p = 0.013) in 9 y.o. girls. It was also revealed that the number of consumed fruit/vegetables increases with the BMI value among 10 y.o. boys (p = 0.044). Conclusions: The dietary habits of the investigated children are still improper. There is a great need for education on this issue, but family involvement is also required.

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