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Barbarói ; (60): 97-119, jul.-dez. 2021. ilus
Artículo en Portugués | LILACS, INDEXPSI | ID: biblio-1361813

RESUMEN

O artigo tem por objetivo analisar, diante das condições de implementação do PNAE em escolas públicas de educação básica do Oeste catarinense, percepções quanto à efetivação do acesso de forma igualitária e ao respeito às diferenças biológicas e condições de saúde dos estudantes, na perspectiva do direito humano à alimentação adequada. Toma por base resultados de pesquisa com nutricionistas e diretores de escola da região, realizada por meio de questionários, com enfoque na leitura que fazem acerca da ação do Estado na perspectiva do direito humano à alimentação adequada e, nesse contexto, da efetividade do Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolar (PNAE). Conclui que, quanto ao respeito às diferenças biológicas e condições de saúde dos estudantes, são parciais as condições de implementação do PNAE em escolas públicas de educação básica da mesorregião, embora afirmada a efetivação do acesso de forma igualitária à alimentação viabilizada pelo Programa.(AU)


The article aims to analyze, according to the conditions for implementation of the PNAE in public schools of basic education in the West of Santa Catarina, perceptions regarding the effectiveness of equal access and to the respect for biological differences and health conditions of the students, from the perspective of the human right to adequate food. It is based on the results of research with nutritionists and school principals from the region, carried out through questionnaires, focusing on the reading they make about the State's action in the perspective of the human right to adequate food and, in this context, the effectiveness of the National School Feeding Program (PNAE). It concludes that, regarding the biological differences and health conditions of the students, the conditions for implementation of the PNAE in public schools of basic education on the microregion are partial, although the effectiveness of equal access to food enabled by the program is affirmed.(AU)


El artículo tiene por objetivo analizar, en vista de las condiciones de implementación del Programa Nacional de Alimentación Escolar (PNAE) en escuelas públicas de educación básica del Oeste de Santa Catarina, percepciones cuanto a la efectividad del acceso de manera igualitaria y al respeto a las distinciones biológicas y condiciones de salud de los estudiantes, en la perspectiva del derecho humano a la alimentación adecuada. Tiene como base resultados de investigación con nutricionistas y directores de escuela de la región, realizada por medio de cuestionarios, con enfoque en la lectura que hacen sobre la acción del Estado en la perspectiva del derecho humano a la alimentación adecuada y, en ese contexto, de la efectividad del PNAE. Se concluye que, en relación al respeto a las distinciones biológicas y condiciones de salud de los estudiantes, son parciales las condiciones de implementación del PNAE en escuelas públicas de educación básica de la mesorregión, sin embargo, afirmada la efectividad del acceso de manera igualitaria a la alimentación viabilizada por el Programa.(AU)


Asunto(s)
Humanos , Preescolar , Niño , Adolescente , Alimentación Escolar , Nutrición del Niño/educación , Derechos Humanos
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Rev. chil. nutr ; 48(4)ago. 2021.
Artículo en Español | LILACS-Express | LILACS | ID: biblio-1388510

RESUMEN

RESUMEN El objetivo de esta investigación fue comparar las principales características que influyen en el funcionamiento de los Programas de Alimentación Escolar (PAE) en escuelas urbanas y públicas de Costa Rica y Guatemala y la percepción de la comunidad escolar sobre dicho funcionamiento. Se realizó una revisión documental de informes y normativas vigentes relacionadas con los PAE de cada país para comparar características principales. Se realizaron 32 entrevistas y 43 grupos focales con la comunidad escolar para captar sus percepciones sobre el funcionamiento. Se realizó un análisis temático de transcripciones aplicando teoría fundamentada. Como principales hallazgos, se destaca que los PAE en Costa Rica y Guatemala han sido una estrategia para luchar contra el hambre y malnutrición infantil, contando ambos países con un gran respaldo normativo y político que le da sostenibilidad. Sin embargo, existen barreras como recursos limitados, problemas administrativos y falta de fiscalización de las normas. En conclusión, apesar de que en ambos países existe una normativa robusta para hacer cumplir el derecho a una alimentación saludable, se encontraron algunas barreras que dificultan una correcta implementación del PAE.


ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to compare the functioning of School Feeding Programs (SFP) in Costa Rica and Guatemala and the perceptions about operationalization among the public school community. We conducted a comparative review of government reports and existing regulations related to SFP in each country to compare key characteristics. We conducted 32 individual interviews and 43 focus group discussions with actors at different levels of the school community to capture their perceptions about SFP functioning. We conducted thematic analysis applying grounded theory. SFP in both countries have been used as a strategy to address hunger and child malnutrition. Both countries have an important body of regulations and policies that support program sustainability. However, the research revealed some barriers to effective implementation including: limited resources, administrative problems, and a lack of oversight of regulations. In conclusion, while SFP are important instruments of social protection for the right to nutrition in both countries, there are a number of barriers to optimal SFP implementation.

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Rev. Inst. Adolfo Lutz ; 79: e1794, 31 mar. 2020. tab
Artículo en Portugués | LILACS, VETINDEX | ID: biblio-1489611

RESUMEN

Este estudo teve como objetivo verificar a adequação dos cardápios da alimentação escolar com a legislação do Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolar (PNAE), quanto ao valor calórico, quantidade de macronutrientes, vitaminas A e C, cálcio, ferro, magnésio, zinco e fibras dietéticas. Foram avaliados 20 cardápios destinados a uma escola da rede pública que atende às faixas etárias de 6 a 10 anos e 11 a 15 anos, localizada no sudeste de Minas Gerais. Os cardápios analisados não contemplaram todas as recomendações de nutrientes e de energia para ambas faixas etárias, sendo a maior inadequação para o cálcio. Foi verificado que os mesmos cardápios e per capita eram utilizados para ambas faixas etárias, apesar do PNAE determinar necessidades nutricionais diferentes. Desta forma, as necessidades da faixa etária de 6 a 10 anos foi melhor atendida, com maior percentual de cardápios adequados em relação a carboidrato, proteína, lipídios, vitamina C, ferro, magnésio e zinco, quando comparado aos escolares de idade igual ou maior a 11 anos (p<0,05). Com os resultados obtidos, concluímos que ações corretivas em relação ao planejamento de refeições do cardápio da escola avaliada precisam ser realizadas respeitando a diferença entre as faixas etárias.


This study aimed to verify the adequacy of school feeding menus with the legislation of the National School Feeding Program (PNAE), regarding caloric value, quantity of macronutrients, vitamins A and C, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc and dietary fibers. We evaluated 20 menus destined to a public school that serves the age groups of 6 to 10 years and 11 to 15 years at Southeast of Minas Gerais. The menus analyzed did not contemplate all the nutrient and energy recommendations for both age groups being the greatest inadequacy for calcium. It was verified that the same menus and per capita were used for both age groups although the PNAE determined different nutritional needs. Thus, the needs of the 6 to 10 years old age group were better met, with a higher percentage of adequate menus in relation to carbohydrates, protein, lipids, vitamin C, iron, magnesium and zinc, when compared to children with aged 11 years or older (p<0.05). We conclude that corrective actions in relation to the meal planning of the menu of the school evaluated must be carried out respecting the difference between age groups.


Asunto(s)
Humanos , Alimentación Escolar , Carbohidratos de la Dieta , Distribución por Edad , Nutrientes , Planificación de Menú , Brasil , Política Nutricional , Política Pública
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Rev. Nutr. (Online) ; 32: e180247, 2019. tab
Artículo en Inglés | LILACS | ID: biblio-1041323

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ABSTRACT Objective The objective of this study was to evaluate the situation of food and nutritional (in)security in families of farmers who supply the National School Feeding Program. Methods It is a cross-sectional study with 27 families of farmers (n=91). The socioeconomic, anthropometric, biochemical, food availability and perception of food insecurity indicators of the Brazilian Food Insecurity Scale, as well as the time of supply and annual income originating from the program, were evaluated. Results Food insecurity, as measured by the scale, was present in 25.9% (n=7) of the families. Food insecurity was associated with socioeconomic factors such as per capita income, the presence of children at home and the number of residents. Food and nutritional insecurity caused by a low caloric availability (<2500kcal/day) occurred in 11.0% (n=3) of the families. Presence of dystrophies such as overweight, low weight and short stature individuals occurred in 89.0% (n=24) of the families. Conclusion The study reinforces the existence of variables associated with food insecurity. Social and nutritional factors should be monitored, worked on, and improved in order to achieve food and nutritional security.


RESUMO Objetivo Objetivou-se avaliar a situação de (in)segurança alimentar e nutricional em famílias de agricultores fornecedores do Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolar. Métodos Estudo transversal com 27 famílias de agricultores (n=91). Avaliou-se a situação de (in)segurança alimentar e nutricional das famílias por indicadores socioeconômicos, antropométricos, bioquímico, disponibilidade alimentar e percepção da insegurança alimentar pela Escala Brasileira de Insegurança Alimentar, além do tempo de fornecimento e renda anual advinda do Programa. Resultados A insegurança alimentar medida pela escala esteve presente em 25,9% (n=7) das famílias. A insegurança alimentar se associou a fatores socioeconômicos como renda per capita, presença de criança no domicílio e número de moradores. A insegurança alimentar e nutricional pela disponibilidade calórica baixa (<2500kcal/dia) ocorreu em 11,0% (n=3) das famílias. Presença de distrofias como excesso de peso, baixo peso e baixa estatura se deu em 89,0% (n=24) das famílias. Conclusão O estudo reforça a existência de variáveis associadas à situação de insegurança alimentar. Os fatores sociais e nutricionais devem sem monitorados, trabalhados e melhorados para alcançar segurança alimentar e nutricional.


Asunto(s)
Humanos , Masculino , Femenino , Seguridad Alimentaria , Estudios Transversales , Política Nutricional , Agricultura , Agricultores
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Rev. chil. nutr ; 42(3): 235-240, set. 2015. ilus, tab
Artículo en Español | LILACS | ID: lil-764051

RESUMEN

The aim of this study was to perform a qualitative analysis of menus planned and executed in a public school of the State of Rio de Janeiro (Brazil). During 1 month school menus were evaluated according to the Qualitative Evaluation of Menus Preparation method by using variables related to food and lunch preparation. Data in relation to the total number of days of menus were evaluated. Planned and executed menus showed, respectively 20% and 26.7% of presence of salad, 100% and 80% of inclusion of fruits and 0% and 26,7% of presence of sweets, respectively. Regarding the garnish, planned menus presented 50% of preparations with vegetables; however, on executed menus, this percentage was 26.7%. The main differences between menus were unscheduled changes that can negatively contribute to the quality of school meals. Reformulations in the planning of menus and more control in their implementation are suggested as measures to promote healthy eating habits in the school environment.


El objetivo de este estudio fue realizar un análisis cualitativo de los menús planeados y ejecutados en una escuela pública del Estado de Río de Janeiro (Brasil). Durante 1 mes los menús escolares fueron evaluados de acuerdo al método de evaluación cualitativa de la preparación de menús utilizando variables relacionadas con los alimentos y preparaciones de comidas. Se evaluaron los datos en relación con el número total de días de los menús. Los menús planeados y ejecutados mostraron, respectivamente, 20% y 26,7% de presencia de ensalada, 100% y 80% de inclusión de frutas y 0% y 26,7% de presencia de dulces. En relación con las guarniciones, los menús planeados presentaron 50% de los preparados con verduras; sin embargo, en los menús ejecutados, este porcentaje fue 26,7%. Las principales diferencias entre los menús fueron los cambios no programados que pueden contribuir negativamente a la calidad de las comidas escolares. Las reformulaciones en la planificación de menús y un mayor control en su aplicación se proponen como medidas para promover hábitos alimenticios saludables en el ámbito escolar.


Asunto(s)
Niño , Estudiantes , Programas de Nutrición , Calidad de los Alimentos , Política Nutricional , Nutrición del Niño , Planificación de Menú , Estudios de Evaluación como Asunto
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Arch. latinoam. nutr ; 65(2): 71-78, June 2015. tab
Artículo en Inglés | LILACS | ID: lil-752716

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The Chilean National School Feeding Program (NSFP) delivers breakfast and lunch meals that supply 250 and 450 kcal, respectively, along the country. In the last decades, a significant increase of obesity has been observed in primary education children, and it involves risk factors of non-communicable diseases. The dietary intake of foods containing phenolic compounds (PC) exerts favorable effects on health by reducing risk factors of prevalent diseases. The aim of the study was to measure the PC content and antioxidant capacity (AC) [ORAC and DPPH] of meals provided by the NSFP in Quillota, Chile, in 2011. The PC supply of the whole meals served ranged from 362.7 to 1,730 mg GAE. The best breakfast foods include whole grain cookie (2.59±0.3 mg GAE/g), bread with avocado, quince jelly or strawberry jam (1.61±0.13 to 2.05±0.3 mg GAE/g); while the best lunch salads include beetroot, lettuce, and cabbage/fish (1.66±0.3 to 2.35±0.1 mg GAE/g), and main courses contain legumes, or mixed vegetables. The lowest PC contents were observed in pasta and rice preparations (p<0.05). Among desserts, the best source of PC is fruit (1.81±0.04 to 6.91±0.31 mg GAE/g). The correlation between PC and AC varied according to the type of meal. PC content and AC are additional criteria for selecting the best quality meals, in addition to the nutrients and energy content. The results support the recommendation to increase the supply of fruits and vegetable/legumes preparations and fruits instead of starchy foods to scholars.


El Programa de Alimentación Escolar (PAE) para enseñanza básica en Chile distribuye, en todo el país, desayunos y almuerzos que aportan 250 y 450 kcal, respectivamente. En las últimas décadas ha aumentado significativamente la obesidad en escolares, lo que induce factores de riesgo de enfermedades no transmisibles. La ingestión de alimentos que contienen polifenoles (PF) ejerce efectos beneficiosos al reducir factores de riesgo de enfermedades prevalentes. El objetivo del estudio fue determinar el contenido de PF y la capacidad antioxidante (CA) [ORAC y DPPH] de los alimentos entregados por el PAE en Quillota, Chile, en 2011. El aporte de PF en las raciones servidas fluctuó entre 362.7 y 1,730 mg EAG. El mejor desayuno contenía galletón con granos integrales (2.59±0.3 mg EAG/g), pan con palta, dulce de membrillo o de fresas (1.61±0.13 a 2.05±0.3 mg EAG /g) y el mejor almuerzo, ensaladas de remolacha, lechuga, o col/pescado (1.66±0.3 a 2.35±0.1 mg EAG /g), y un plato principal con leguminosas o vegetales mixtos. Los contenidos menores de PF se observaron en platos con pastas y arroz (p<0.05). Entre los postres, la mejor fuente de PF es la fruta (1.81±0.04 a 6.91±0.31 mg EAG/g). La correlación entre PF y CA fluctuó según el tipo de preparación. El contenido de PF y la CA son criterios de calidad adicionales al aporte de energía y nutrientes de las preparaciones. Los resultados apoyan la recomendación de aumentar el aporte a los escolares de frutas y vegetales/leguminosas en lugar de alimentos con alto contenido de almidones.


Asunto(s)
Niño , Humanos , Antioxidantes/análisis , Comidas , Fenoles/análisis , Instituciones Académicas , Desayuno , Beta vulgaris/química , Brassica/química , Chile , Servicios Dietéticos/normas , Calidad de los Alimentos , Servicios de Alimentación/normas , Abastecimiento de Alimentos/normas , Almuerzo , Malus/química , Política Nutricional
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Rev. chil. nutr ; 42(2): 114-120, jun. 2015. tab
Artículo en Español | LILACS | ID: lil-755545

RESUMEN

Chilean children attending basic schools exhibit a high prevalence of overweight and obesity, and may present hypertension associated with an excessive sodium intake. The aim of the study was to measure the sodium content of the servings provided by the National Schools Feeding Program to first grade children attending public schools in Quillota during the year 2011, compare the results with the sodium intake recommendation established by WHO, and evaluate the nutritional status and blood pressure (BP). Sodium content of servings (ICP), nutritional status (BMI) and BP (sphingomanometer) of 333 children were measured. Meals contained 3.53+1.42 g sodium per serving. 19.2% of the children were overweight and 21.3% were obese, 7 exhibited prehypertension and I presented hypertension. The study provides background data related to early sodium exposure that is useful for designing strategies towards the reduction of sodium intake in Chile in order to reduce cardiovascular risk.


Los escolares chilenos presentan alta prevalencia de sobrepeso y obesidad, y podrían presentar hipertensión arterial asociada al consumo excesivo de sodio. El objetivo del estudio fue medir el sodio de las minutas del Programa de Alimentación Escolar entregadas a primero básico en las escuelas municipalizadas de Quillota en el año 2011, comparar los resultados con la recomendación de ingesta de la OMS, evaluar el estado nutricional y la presión arterial (PA) de escolares. Se midió el contenido de sodio de las minutas (ICP), se evaluó el estado nutricional (IMC) y se midió la PA (esfigmomanómetro) de 333 escolares. Las minutas contenían 3,53+1,42 g de sodio por ración 19,2% de escolares presentaban sobrepeso y 21,3% eran obesos, 7 escolares eran pre-hipertensos y 1 hipertenso. El estudio aporta antecedentes de exposición temprana al sodio, útiles para diseñar estrategias dirigidas a disminuir el consumo de sodio en Chile como medida de reducción del riesgo cardiovascular.


Asunto(s)
Niño , Sodio , Estudiantes , Alimentación Escolar , Programas de Nutrición , Estado Nutricional , Hipertensión , Planificación de Menú
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Nutrire Rev. Soc. Bras. Aliment. Nutr ; 38(3): 256-268, dez. 2013. tab
Artículo en Portugués | LILACS | ID: lil-712167

RESUMEN

In this case study, conducted in two municipalities in the metropolitan area of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais state, we aimed to evaluate the adherence of the prefectures of Contagem and Betim to the Law n. 11,947. This legislation refers to the purchase of family farming products for school feeding programs, using at least 30% of the funds granted by the National School Development Fund. To this end, we used participant observation, and held structured interviews with technicians responsible for school feeding programs as well as with the administrators in charge of the cities studied. We found inadequacy in the acquisition of food from family farms in the two prefectures, because neither of them could acquire the necessary amount to reach the target required by law. Several factors were identified to explain these inadequacies, such as the lack of training of farmers, logistic problems, and production deficit. However, it is worth noting that the municipalities did put an effort in trying to find ways to overcome the obstacles encountered. Law n. 11,947 is an important policy for food and nutritional security; it contributes to healthy eating in schools and enables the reduction of rural exodus and the increase of farmers? income.


Este trabajo se caracteriza como un estudio de caso realizado en dos municipios de la región metropolitana de Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Su objetivo fue evaluar la adhesión de los ayuntamientos de Contagem y Betim a la ley 11.947. Esta Ley regula la compra de productos de la agricultura familiar para la alimentación escolar, utilizando por lo menos el 30% de los recursos transferidos por el Fondo Nacional de Desarrollo Escolar. Para esta investigación se utilizaron tanto la observación participante como la entrevista estructurada, aplicadas a los técnicos responsables de la alimentación escolar y a los gestores de los distritos escolares estudiados. Se encontraron deficiencias en la adquisición de alimentos de la agricultura familiar en los dos ayuntamientos, ya que ninguno de los dos compró la totalidad del importe necesario para alcanzar el objetivo requerido por la ley. Se identificaron varios factores para explicar tales deficiencias, tales como la falta de entrenamiento de los agricultores, problemas logísticos y déficit de producción. Sin embargo, podemos destacar como positivo el empeño de los municipios al intentar superar los obstáculos encontrados. La Ley 11.947 es una importante política de seguridad alimentaria y nutricional, puesto que contribuye para la alimentación saludable en las escuelas y permite la reducción del éxodo rural y el aumento del ingreso de los productores.


Este trabalho caracteriza-se como um estudo de caso realizado em duas prefeituras da região metropolitana de Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Seu objetivo foi avaliar a adesão das prefeituras de Contagem e Betim à Lei 11.947. Essa Lei dispõe sobre a aquisição de produtos da agricultura familiar para a alimentação escolar, utilizando, no mínimo, 30% dos recursos repassados pelo Fundo Nacional de Desenvolvimento Escolar. Para a realização desta pesquisa, utilizou-se a observação participante, além da entrevista estruturada, aplicada aos responsáveis técnicos pela alimentação escolar e aos gestores dos municípios estudados. Foi encontrada inadequação na aquisição de alimentos da agricultura familiar nas duas prefeituras, uma vez que ambas não conseguiram comprar toda a quantidade necessária para atingir a meta exigida pela Lei. Vários fatores foram apontados para explicar tal inadequação, como a falta de treinamento dos agricultores, os problemas logísticos e o déficit de produção. Porém, vale destacar como ponto positivo o empenho das prefeituras em tentar contornar os obstáculos encontrados. A Lei 11.947 é uma importante política de segurança alimentar e nutricional, uma vez que contribui para a alimentação saudável nas escolas e possibilita a diminuição do êxodo rural e o aumento da renda dos produtores.


Asunto(s)
Seguridad Alimentaria , Alimentación Escolar/estadística & datos numéricos
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Pediatr. (Asunción) ; 37(2)ago. 2010. tab, graf
Artículo en Español | LILACS | ID: lil-598769

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Objetivo: Evaluar el estado nutricional de niños y niñas menores de 5 años de edad beneficiarios del programa alimentario nacional en el Distrito de Curuguaty, al ingreso versus a los seis meses de tratamiento. Materiales y Métodos: Diseño: observacional retrospectivo con componente analítico. Se seleccionaron 258 niños/niñas (39,3 %) que cumplieron tratamiento de seis meses. No se incluyeron a los niños/niñas que aún no completaron tratamiento. Variables estudiadas: Peso, talla, edad, sexo, procedencia. Se utilizaron los puntos de corte para desnutrición según los programas establecidos por el Ministerio de Salud Pública y Bienestar Social vigentes en el periodo 2006 (Curvas NCHS). Se utilizaron medidas paramétricas y no paramétricas. Se consideró significativo un p< 0,05. Resultados: El 39,5 % de la población correspondió al sexo masculino y el 60,4% al sexo femenino. El promedio de edad fue de 27,3 meses (rango 2-59 meses). El 72 % (n=186) correspondió al grupo de niños/niñas menores de tres años de edad. La prevalencia de desnutrición global fue del 93,8 % (n=242). El porcentaje de niños con desnutrición severa fue del 9,3% (n=24). Se observó además una prevalencia de niños en situación de riesgo de desnutrir del 45,7 % (n=118). El porcentaje de niños con desnutrición aguda fue del 17% (n=44). La prevalencia de desnutrición crónica fue del 35,6% (n=138). Se observó una disminución estadísticamente significativa de la prevalencia de niños y niñas menores de cinco años de edad con desnutrición al 6to mes de tratamiento, del 26,4 % vs 8,5 % (p<0,01). La prevalencia de niños y niñas con riesgo de desnutrir tuvo una disminución del 56,2 % al 42,6 % al 6to mes de tratamiento. Conclusiones: se constata una disminución estadísticamente significativa de la prevalencia de desnutrición al 6to mes de tto. en los beneficiarios del programa alimentario. La disminución de la prevalencia de niños y niñas en riesgo de desnutrir fue leve.


Introduction: Adequate child nutrition is directly related to achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The food program in Paraguay began implementation in 2005, targeting children under five years of age and pregnant women with nutritional deficits. Objective: To assess the nutritional status of boys and girls under age five belonging to the national food program in the District of Curuguaty, Department of Canindeyú, at entry and after six months of treatment. Materials and methods: Design: A retrospective observational study with an analytical component. Sample size: 657 children who presented at the Health Service in Curuguaty during 2006 were beneficiaries of the food program. Of this group, we selected 258 children (39.3%) who completed six months of treatment. Children who did not complete treatment in that period were excluded. Study variables were weight, height, age, sex, and origin. We used the cutoff points for malnutrition from programs established by the Paraguayan Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare in force in 2006 (NCHS curves). Parametric and nonparametric measures were used. Significance was defined as p <0.05.Results: 39.5% of the population was male and 60.4% female. Average age was 27.3 months (range 2-59 months) and 186 (72%) were under three years old. The prevalence of general malnutrition was 93.8% (n=242). Severe malnutrition was found in 9.3% (n=24). We found the prevalence of children at risk of malnutrition to be 45.7% (n=118) while acute malnutrition was found in 17% (n=44). The prevalence of chronic malnutrition was 35.6% (n=138). There was a statistically significant decrease in prevalence of children under age five suffering from malnutrition at 6 months of treatment (8.5%) compared to at start of program (26.4%)(p <0.01). The prevalence of children at risk of malnutrition had decreased from 56.2% to 42.6% at 6 months of treatment...


Asunto(s)
Humanos , Evaluación Nutricional , Programas y Políticas de Nutrición y Alimentación , Estado Nutricional , Pediatría
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Acta Medica Philippina ; : 181-196, 2.
Artículo en Inglés | WPRIM | ID: wpr-959462

RESUMEN

An evaluation of the UNICEF School Feeding Program by microchemical methods was made on about 200 selected school children. One-half served as control and the other half received school lunch for one school year which consisted of one-third the daily carolie allowance recommended by the National Research Council of the PhilippinesThe mean hemoglobin level and serum protein are within the normal range. A significant increase in hemoglobin and a slight rise in serum protein may be attributed to the de-worming of the children, the consumption of undermilled rice, milk and in general to a more balanced school lunch of the childrenResults from the control group showed that in this study the greatest deficiency appeared to be in Vitamin A and carotene. The school lunch given during the feeding program did not improve on the vitamin A levels of the subjects. There is apparently a great need for whole milk and more leafy, green and yellow vegetables in the diet of these childrenThe findings showed that vitamin c is within a satisfactory ranged. It would seen that the vitamin C derived from the limited intake of fruits and vegetables in the childrens diet is enough to give a good blood serum levels of vitamin C or that the children had fruits in between meals which were not recordedThe low consumption of milk is reflected clearly in the low urinary riboflavin excretion of the control. Striking results were obtained from the subjects receiving one glass of milk on school days. A corresponding high value in serum riboflavin was noted among the subjectsAlthough a better thiamine level of excretion was obtained in comparison with urinary riboflavin, the fact still remains that more than one-third of the children failed to reach at least the "critical" level of urinary thiamine. The school lunch program which provided undermilled rice gave a 10 percent improvement in urinary excretion for thiamine. (Summary)

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