Examinando por Autor "Paredes Valdivieso, Alexandra Maribel"
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Ítem Acceso Abierto Estado nutricional de escolares de 6 a 12 años de la provincia de Pichincha, Ecuador- 2023(Universidad Católica de Cuenca, 2024) Paredes Valdivieso, Alexandra Maribel; Pérez Ramirez, Jacinto"A first-level indicator in the field of public health is the nutritional status of minors. The nutritional status of children in Pichincha is in serious danger, despite changes in the quality of food and access to a balanced diet, given that they are facing malnutrition and overweight. The objective of this research is to assess the nutritional status of schoolchildren aged 6 to 12 years in the province of Pichincha during 2023. A quantitative methodology with a descriptive design was used, analyzing data from an anonymized database of the National Institute of Statistics and Census (INEC). The body mass index (BMI), based on factors such as geographical distribution, sex and age, was analyzed in the sample of 990 students. The analysis and data collection were carried out with methodological rigor and following bioethical standards. The study uncovered significant nutritional challenges among schoolchildren in Pichincha, identifying cases of malnutrition along with problems of overweight and obesity. The findings revealed that boys were more likely than girls to be overweight or obese, and these problems were particularly prevalent among children aged 6 to 11 years. Variations in nutritional status across different cantons were attributed to factors such as diet quality, access to healthy foods, and lifestyle differences. Socioeconomic and cultural factors, along with public policies, were identified as key factors contributing to these problems. The findings emphasize the urgent need for canton-specific interventions, improved nutritional education, and adaptation of public policies to effectively address these concerns."
