Programa educativo nutricional, para diabéticos e hipertensos del Club Luz y Vida. Subcentro de Salud el Cebollar. Cuenca 2014-2015

Abstract

Background: Diabetes and Hypertension are chronic illnesses and two of the main cardiovascular risk factors. Thousands of people in the world die every day due to problems associated with these diseases. In our country, they are found within the main causes of death, and prevention has become a remarkable way to save lives, through a good organization of life implementing or adopting healthy lifestyles. For this reason, it becomes essential to carry an educational program, because knowledge is the tool that will prevent health complications. General Objective: To develop an educational program for Diabetics and Hypertension of the Club Luz y Vida of the Subcentro de Salud El Cebollar, Cuenca 2014-2015. Methodology: An investigation - participatory action, was carried out through a nutritional education program for Diabetics and Hypertension of the Club Luz y Vida of the Subcentro de Salud El Cebollar. Surveys were applied to determine the level of knowledge of the Group (precaps), and after the implementation of the program (postcaps), and verify the effectiveness of the same. Results: It was observed a change in the health of the participants, improving their nutritional status, reduction of overweight by 15 percent points. Obesity was maintained, but with the passing of time, results will be obtained due to the fact that participants will need to continue with these indications, combined with the daily exercises for 30 minutes recommended by the World Health Organization