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Niveles de actividad física y tiempo en pantalla en relación a la composición corporal de estudiantes de las carreras de “Arquitectura” e “Ingeniería en Sistemas” en la ciudad de Cuenca-Ecuador 2024
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-09-22) Vaca Arteaga, Emilia Isabel; Herrera Sarmiento, Belén Alejandra; Espinoza Fajardo, Ana Cristina
The World Health Organization recommends physical activity and limits screen time to preserve health. However, in Latin America and The Caribbean, the 70% of the population is not active and they spend more than 8 hours in front of a screen, affecting their body composition. This study evaluated the relationship between physical activity, use of screens and body composition in 183 university students of the faculty of Architecture and Engineering in the University of Cuenca (sixth and eight semester). Surveys were used to measure screen time and physical activity along with a bioimpedance to evaluate body composition. The majority of the participants (96,2%) were between 20 and 24 years old, with men predominating. The 44,3% had normal body fat, while the 50,3% had high body fat and the 5,5% had low body fat. Regarding lean mass, the 67,2% presented normal values, while the 38,2% had altered values (19,1% low and 13,7% high). As for BMI, the 62,3% was normal, the 32,2% overweight, the 3,8% low weight and the 1,6% obesity. Obtained results: An inverse variation was found between physical activity and body fat (r = -0.315) and a direct variation between physical activity and lean mass (r= 0.456). Although there was no significant relationship between screen time and body composition, there will be a trend of higher body fat with more screen time. This study highlights the importance of physical activity in body composition, regardless screen time.
Evaluación del consumo de fibra dietética en adultos que acuden al Centro de Salud Carlos Elizalde en el periodo agosto 2024 - enero 2025
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-07-28) Arízaga Peláez, John Sebastián; Loja Aucay, Erick Xavier; Aguirre Cornejo, Roberto Paulino
Adequate dietary fiber intake is essential for digestive and metabolic health; however, in many countries, fiber intake is insufficient. There are differences in fiber consumption according to sex and age, which can influence the health status of the adult population. The overall objective of this study was to evaluate dietary fiber consumption in adults attending nutritional consultations at the Carlos Elizalde Health Center. A descriptive observational study was conducted on a sample of adults attending nutritional consultations, excluding pregnant women, people with gastrointestinal diseases, and those who consume fiber supplements. A questionnaire on the frequency of consumption of foods containing fiber and the Photographic Food Portion Manual were used to estimate daily fiber intake. Based on these instruments, the average fiber consumption in the study population was determined to be 24.9 g/day. It was observed that men had a higher consumption than women. In terms of age groups, adults aged 22 to 28 had the highest fiber consumption, while the 50 to 64 age group had the lowest intake. The results reflect variability in fiber consumption according to sex and age, highlighting lower consumption in women and older adults.
Percepción del programa de alimentación escolar en los estudiantes de quinto y sexto de educación general básica de la Unidad Educativa Manuel J Calle de la ciudad de Cuenca-Ecuador en el 2024-2025
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-07-07) Guamo Quiñonez, Leidy Lizbeth; Suquilanda González, Josseline Patricia; Gómez Ayora, Andrea Ximena
Background: In 1989, the School Feeding Program was launched with the purpose of serving 600,000 children and adolescents in specific areas. Over time, this program has undergone changes in its management and in the content of the meals offered, and in 2022 it has extended its reach to 2,877,114 beneficiaries.(1) General objective: To describe the perceptions of the direct beneficiaries of the Ecuadorian School Feeding Program (PAE) in the morning day of the Manuel J. Calle Educational Unit. Methods: A convenience sample of 20 participants was selected, divided equally into two groups of 10 participants. A semi-structured interview was used for data collection, complemented with audio recordings that were later transcribed manually. Data analysis was carried out using ATLAS.ti software. Results: Most students reported constant access to food, although some mentioned irregular deliveries. The foods were perceived as fresh and varied, with the exception of the puree, which generated rejection due to its taste and condition. Adherence was high, although some shared the food, reflecting variations in acceptance depending on the product. In general, students were satisfied with the program, although they pointed out insufficient portions. Conclusion: The participants reported that although the program is positively valued for its nutritional contribution and the perceived quality of certain products, there are areas for improvement related to the variety, taste and quantity of the food offered.
Relación entre los niveles de hábitos alimentarios y de actividad física de los adolescentes de 10 a 12 años de la Unidad Educativa San Diego de Alcalá de la ciudad de Azogues en el periodo octubre 2024 – marzo 2025
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-06-10) Rivera Siguencia, Doménica Nicole; Miño Borja, María Daniela
Adolescence is the stage that addresses several physiological changes and increases energy needs, making it essential to have a healthy, balanced and optimal diet for proper growth and development. Eating habits are those in which the individual chooses what foods to eat and these habits acquired during childhood and adolescence will be a primary guide in adulthood. It is important to mention the need to engage in physical activity, since its benefits in adolescence are directly related to good overall health, such as physical, mental health, social, cognitive development, disease prevention and healthy habits. Objective: To relate the levels of eating habits and physical activity of adolescents aged 10 to 12 years of the San Diego de Alcalá Educational Unit in the city of Azogues in the period October 2024+ - March 2025. The study has a quantitative, analytical cross-sectional approach. The instrument was a validated survey. The population that participated in the research consisted of 113 adolescents. Statistical analysis was performed using the IBM SPSS 29.0.2.0 program, in which frequencies and percentages are presented. The findings reveal a high nutritional level in adolescent students; however, a significant percentage of adolescents do not practice physical activity despite the efforts made to raise awareness of its preventive benefits. It is concluded that there is no significant correlation between the nutritional status of students and their physical activity.
Relación entre el estado nutricional y estilo de vida de los estudiantes de la carrera de Enfermería de la Universidad de Cuenca, 2023
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-05-20) Castro Castro, Jomayra Vanessa; Lliguin Velecela, Jonathan Hernan; Vintimilla Rojas, Daniela Alejandra
Background: Nutritional status and lifestyle play a fundamental role in individuals' health and wellbeing. For nursing students, maintaining adequate nutritional status and adopting healthy lifestyle habits is particularly important, as this directly influences their future work in the healthcare field. Objectives: Determine the relationship between nutritional status, dietary habits, sleep quality, and physical activity in nursing students at the University of Cuenca during the period from September 2023 to February 2024. Methodology: A cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach was conducted. Nutritional status was assessed using Body Mass Index (BMI), and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and a validated Dietary Habits Questionnaire were administered. Results: 78% of the sample consists of women, and 22% are men. 58% have a normal nutritional status, 39% are overweight or have obesity type I, and 3% are underweight. Low physical activity predominates in 48% of the participants. 61% maintain partially adequate dietary habits, while 29% have inadequate dietary habits. 73% of students require medical attention based on their sleep quality. Conclusion: There is a higher percentage of students with normal nutritional status, low physical activity, partially adequate dietary habits, and who require medical attention based on their sleep quality.
Prevalencia de desnutrición crónica en infantes menores de 2 años atendidos en el Centro de Salud 28 de Mayo (Yacuambi), en el año 2023
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-05-14) Romero Zapata, Sonia Lisbeth; Aguirre Cornejo, Roberto Paulino
Background: In Ecuador, Chronic Malnutrition is one of the Public Health problems due to its high prevalence, being 20.1% in the year 2023 (ENDI), affecting 1 in 4 children in our country currently and ranking among the first places in Latin America and the Caribbean after Haiti (20.4%) and Guatemala (42.8%). Objectives: Determine the prevalence of chronic malnutrition in infants under two years of age who attended the (28 de Mayo) health center belonging to Yacuambi canton in Zamora Chinchipe, in 2023. Methodology: The descriptive, quantitative study with a non-experimental and cross-sectional design was applied. The sample was taken from 126 infants under two years of age treated at the center, a number obtained through the sample size calculation formula for finite populations. Data was collected using a pseudoanonymized database, tabulated in Microsoft Excel 2016, and migrated to the free version of SPSS statistical software for processing and analysis. Results: Of the total number of infants, 24.6% had CIM (19.8% moderate CIM and 4.8% severe CIM), and 30,2% were at risk of short stature. Of the total number of CIM cases, 74.2% were in the age range of 12 to 23 months. Conclusions: Chronic malnutrition in infants is directly related to the age range of the infant. Therefore, it is necessary to increase efforts in food education and nutrition projects aimed at this population.
Estado nutricional asociado con consumo alimentario y calidad de sueño en deportistas de atletismo pertenecientes a la Federación Deportiva del Azuay 2023
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-04-30) Castro Astudillo, Julián Emilio; Rodas Guamán, Willar Maurizio; Espinoza Fajardo, Ana Cristina
Background: Sports practice exhibits a close correlation with food consumption patterns and sleep quality, exerting a persistent and direct influence on athletes' performance. However, it is common to pay attention to these aspects, causing inappropriate feeding and rest programming and wasting the associated intrinsic benefits. Objectives: Determine the association between food consumption and sleep quality with the nutritional status of athletics athletes belonging to the Azuay Sports Federation. Methodology: Cross-sectional analytical study of 73 athletics athletes from FedeAzuay. Data collection was carried out through a frequency of consumption and sleep quality survey and anthropometric evaluation. Data analysis was done with IBM SPSS version 26 and Microsoft Excel 2021. Application of the Chi-square statistical test to associate variables. Results: 74% of the participants had adequate nutritional status, 21.9% were underweight, 2.7% were overweight and 1.4% were obese. No participant met the recommended portions of the food groups analyzed, therefore, the entire sample had inadequate food consumption. 75.34% had sleep problems and 24.68% had no problems. No statistical significance was determined in the relationship between food consumption and nutritional status due to the constant in the result and no association was found between sleep quality and nutritional status. Conclusions: The study shows that there is no relationship between eating habits and sleep quality with nutritional status in the athlete population.
Relación entre la composición corporal con la calidad de la dieta y actividad física en mujeres que asisten al Centro de Entrenamiento Funcional “Lively”. Cuenca - Ecuador 2024
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-03-17) Ochoa Peralta, Alex Damian; Zúñiga Carpio, Gabriela Alexandra
The average adult has limited time to engage in recreational activities like physical exercise, often resulting in insufficient activity. Combined with factors such as poor diet quality and an unhealthy body composition, the risk of developing non-communicable diseases increases. Most evidence focuses on sedentary populations, highlighting the need to analyze and understand these factors in women practicing functional training. This study aimed to determine the relationship between body composition, diet quality, and physical activity in women who regularly attend the "Lively" Functional Training Center from September to November 2024.
Relación entre el estado nutricional y el ser un comedor emocional en las mujeres que asisten al Centro de Formación Artesanal “Las Américas”, Cuenca 2024
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-03-05) Zúñiga Orellana, Jonnathan Gonzalo; Gordillo Ortiz, María Augusta; Zúñiga Carpio, Gabriela Alexandra
Emotional eating refers to the use of food to manage emotions and is more common in women due to biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors. Its impact on nutritional status has been widely studied, revealing unhealthy eating patterns. This cross-sectional analytical study, conducted at the “Las Américas” Artisan Training Center in Cuenca, evaluated the relationship between nutritional status and emotional eating in attending women. BMI and waist circumference were measured, and the Garaulet Emotional Eater Questionnaire was used to identify this behavior. Data were analyzed using Excel and SPSS. The results showed a significant relationship between emotional eating and nutritional status. A total of 66.3% of participants had a BMI above the normal range, demonstrating that emotional eating is a key factor in the development of overweight and obesity. Additionally, more than half of the participants presented cardiovascular risk, which was also associated with emotional eating. The study concludes that as emotions have a greater influence on eating behavior, the risk of metabolic and cardiovascular disorders increases in this population.
Relación entre dislipidemias y composición corporal en adultos que asisten al Laboratorio Central, Azogues. 2024
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-02-26) Redrován Reyes, María Paula; Peláez Loja, Josué Sebastián; Zúñiga Carpio, Gabriela Alexandra
Dyslipidemias are increasing, especially in adults, representing a health risk and being responsible for cardiovascular disorders that cause death. Likewise, the percentage of body fat and the level of visceral fat would be related to these, being a factor to intervene to reduce them. This study relates dyslipidemias with body composition in adults who attend Laboratorio Central in Azogues, in August 2024, identifying dyslipidemias or their absence, determining the percentage of body fat and level of visceral fat and analyzing their relationship. The population studied was 111 adults between 18 and 64 years old. To determine body composition, electrical bioimpedance was used; and, to assess the presence or absence of dyslipidemias, laboratory tests were employed. All participants signed an informed consent; and, for data tabulation and analysis, Excel and SPSS programs were used. It was found that 61.3% of the participants had some type of dyslipidemia. Most of the adults had hypercholesterolemia (31.5%), followed by mixed dyslipidemia (22.5%) and hypertriglyceridemia (7.2%). Furthermore, 70.2% of adults had high or very high body fat, and 47.7% had high visceral fat. Despite these prevalences, no statistically significant relation was found between the presence of dyslipidemia and the percentage of body and visceral fat. However, there was a relation between age and body fat percentage, with a tendency for obesity to increase in older age groups.
Estado nutricional y su relación con la calidad de la dieta y calidad del sueño en estudiantes de la carrera de economía de la Universidad de Cuenca. Cuenca, Ecuador. 2024
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-02-25) Salinas León, Miriam Elizabeth; Huillca Huillca, Domenica Paola; Zúñiga Carpio, Gabriela Alexandra
Background: College students´ nutritional status can be affected by diet quality and sleep quality, which, in turn, could be influenced by different factors, like economic resources, workload, and time spent preparing food. Objective: This study aims to determine the relationship between nutritional status and diet quality and sleep quality in students of the Economics major at University of Cuenca School of Economics. The participntd were selected through non-probability sampling. To assess nutritional status, the percentage of skeletal muscle and fat mass was analyzed using a bioimpedance device, for diet quality and sleep quality, specific questionnaires were used (IAS and PSQI, respectively). Excel and IBM SPSS were used for tabulation and data analysis. Results: The sample comprised 194 adults aged 18 to 30 years old. Out of all adults, 54,1% reported a high percentage of fat, and 64,4% a standard percentage of muscle. In regard to diet quality, most individuals, i.e., 80,9%, had a diet that “needed changes;” and 73,2% reported poor sleep quality. Finally, no significant relationship between variables was found, which leads to the conclusion that diet quality and sleep quality do not have an impact on the nutritional status of Economics students.
Composición corporal, su relación con el consumo de alimentos ultraprocesados y el nivel de actividad física en los adultos administrativos de la Dirección Comercial, Dirección de Talento Humano y la Dirección Administrativa Financiera de la Empresa Eléctrica Centro Sur de la ciudad de Cuenca, Ecuador, en 2024
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-02-18) Astudillo Picón, Vanessa del Rocío; Cevallos Peralta, Michelle Antonella; Espinoza Fajardo, Ana Cristina
Background: Body composition is considered an indicator of well-being and optimal health. Its relationship with the consumption of ultra-processed foods and levels of physical activity are factors of interest in the fields of nutrition and scientific research. Objective: To evaluate the relationship between body composition, the frequency of consumption of ultra-processed foods, and the level of physical activity among the administrative staff of the Department of Commerce, Human Resources Department, and Financial and Administrative Department of the Centro Sur Electric Company in Cuenca, Ecuador, in 2024. Methods: This cross-sectional analytical study included a sample of 112 administrative adults. The "InBody 270" device was used, along with a food frequency questionnaire adapted to the target population and the short version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Data were processed using SPSS 29.0. Results: Among the study population, 79.46% presented obesity based on body fat mass, 60.71% were within the normal range for fat-free mass, and 75% had a body mass index above the normal range. A low level of physical activity was observed in 40.18% of participants. Additionally, 99.11% reported a high consumption of ultra-processed foods. Conclusions: Body fat percentage and fat-free mass index showed a statistically significant relationship with levels of physical activity. However, the relationship with the frequency of consumption of ultra-processed foods was not statistically significant.
Hábitos alimentarios y composición corporal en estudiantes de odontología de la Universidad de Cuenca en el año 2024
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-02-18) Andrade Quizhpe, María Paz; López Merchán, Valeria Silvana; Miño Borja, María Daniela
In different countries research on university students has associated eating habits with body composition, showing a high percentage of overweight students, which is an important factor since overweight and obesity are associated with chronic non-communicable diseases. In addition, unhealthy eating habits have been found in university students, such as excessive consumption of high-calorie foods; and limited consumption of fruits, vegetables and legumes. Objective: To determine the relationship between dietary habits and body composition of the University of Cuenca – Dental Career students in the year 2024. Methods: Quantitative, non-experimental, cross-sectional analytical study, with a sample of 234 students of the said career and university. Data collection was performed by means of the Eating Habits and Behavior Survey in Higher Education (ECHAES), sociodemographic data survey and bioimpedance with the OMRON scale that analyzed the following parameters: body fat, visceral fat, skeletal muscle and BMI. The data were tabulated in Microsoft Excel and descriptive and bivariate statistics were used for the analysis in the SPSS version 28.0 statistical program. Results: Statistically significant association was found between skeletal muscle and visceral fat with sex, in addition to skeletal muscle and study cycle. Conclusion: No significant relationship was found between body composition and eating habits, nor with most of the sociodemographic variables. However, an association with sex and study cycle was observed
Uso de galactogogos para aumentar la producción de leche entre las madres lactantes que acuden al Centro de Salud de Biblián y Centro de Salud Víctor Miguel Crespo de Azogues en el periodo enero-abril de 2024
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-01-24) Carchipuendo Campoverde, Juan Andrés; Morocho Zhunio, Nicole Cristina; Sánchez Peralta, María Nathalia
Background: Currently, studies on galactagogues in countries like the United States, Australia, and others in Asia have gained significant importance due to their potential to increase breast milk production. However, in Ecuador, there is a lack of substantial research related to this topic despite the influence of ancestral medicine on the use of galactagogues and the perceived effects by lactating women.Objectives: To determine the prevalence of galactagogue use and to evaluate the perceived effects of their administration in lactating mothers attending the Biblián Health Center and the Víctor Miguel Crespo Health Center in Azogues during the period of January to April 2024.Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional analytical study was conducted, with a simple random sample of 208 lactating mothers. Data was analyzed using the chi-square test.Results: 83.65% of lactating women consumed some type of galactagogue, primarily paraguay, oats, and dark chocolate, among others. The perception of increased breast milk production was higher after consuming paraguay. Conclusions: This study updated the information on the most frequently consumed galactagogues and found that their use is more prevalent among those who are currently producing sufficient breast milk. Despite the perception of increased breast milk production after consuming galactagogues, there is no correlation between their use and increased milk production. Furthermore, the use of galactagogues does not solve the problem of insufficient breast milk production.
Efectos del ayuno intermitente en pacientes con diabetes mellitus tipo 2: revisión bibliográfica
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-09-11) Illescas Lozano, Nathaly Narcisa; Miño Borja, María Daniela
The first historical records of Diabetes date from around 1500 BC, in which cases of urine with a sweet and sticky taste are described. The discovery of insulin by Edward Albert in 1910 has led to important advances in the treatment of diabetes, including the most commonly used oral medication in the world, metformin (1)(2). However, alternative therapies that replace pharmacological treatment are not yet applied in clinical practice. Therefore, intermittent fasting has been used in recent years, which provides certain benefits in the control of blood sugar, improves the lipid profile, among other.This habit has been practiced for centuries, because, gathering and hunting provided food intermittently and the human body adapted to survive in periods of scarcity, even ancient civilizations, like the Romans, they believed that eating more than one hearty meal a day was unhealthy (3). The Objective is analyze the available evidence about intermittent fasting, and its therapeutic capacity in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. The aim is to determine if there are possible benefits in improving glucose and weight levels. Methods: A bibliographic review will be carried out in the databases Pubmed, Scopus and Dialnet, in those articles that were published from 2018 until today. Expected results: To know the effects of intermittent fasting in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Consumo de suplementos nutricionales en adultos jóvenes que acuden a cuatro gimnasios de la ciudad de Cuenca en el periodo septiembre 2021 – febrero 2022
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-09-09) Camacho de la Torre, Kristel Anne; Pulla Marín, Leonardo Rafael; Vintimilla Rojas, Daniela Alejandra
Title: Consumption of nutritional supplements in young adults who attend four gyms in the city of Cuenca in the period September 2021 - February 2022. Introduction: Nowadays, society considers body care a symbol of success, fit in beauty stereotypes and achieve aesthetic achievements has become a necessity and in many cases an irrational concern; People who aim to improve their physical fitness or sports performance, elite athletes or amateurs who go to the gym find it necessary to use nutritional supplements with or without the advice of a professional, for this reason the pattern of consumption of these Substances must be studied to be able to face this problem. Objective: Determine the pattern of consumption of nutritional supplements in young adults who attend gyms in the city of Cuenca. Method: The study is of a descriptive cross sectional type, applying the interview technique and as an instrument a questionnaire with closed and open questions was structured in person in the selected gyms to any subject who meets the inclusion criteria mentioned below and who wishes to participate accepting the previously informed consent, the sample is non-probabilistic in a simple random way for the respective information collection. Results: Based on the survey carried out, it was found that 71.2% of the sample consumes nutritional supplements, and only 7.2% of them do so by prescription of a doctor or nutritionist, while the remaining percentage does so by Own account guided by the recommendations of friends and acquaintances. Author Keywords: nutritional supplements, sports supplements
Interacción alimento – medicamento y su impacto en el embarazo: revisión bibliográfica
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-07-22) Zhao Morocho, María Angeles; Miño Borja, María Daniela
Introduction: Adequate nutrition is fundamental for maintaining good health in all humans, especially during pregnancy due to the care required by both the mother and the fetus. Background: The interaction of food and medications during the gestational period is crucial as pregnant women are sensitive to imbalances and nutritional deficiencies, which can impact the normal development of maternal-fetal health. Improper maternal nutrition and a lack of pharmacodynamic compensation for medications or vitamins can lead to conditions such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes mellitus, malnutrition, fetal malformation, among others. Objectives: To identify food-medication interactions and their impact on pregnant women through a literature review. Methods: A qualitative methodology with a descriptive approach was used for this study through a literature review on the interaction between food and medication and its impact on pregnancy. Information was gathered from scientific databases such as Scopus, PubMed, Redalyc, Scielo, and Dialnet. Results: This study revealed the necessity of a balanced intake of food and medication to safeguard maternal health and prevent fetal malformations. So consumption of micronutrient-rich supplements can negatively affect pregnancy and fetal development. Strict medical supervision is essential to implement an appropriate diet.
Conocimientos y actitudes del personal que labora en los Centros de Desarrollo Infantil de dos cantones pertenecientes al Azuay con respecto a la seguridad alimentaria pospandemia 2023-2024
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-06-04) Sánchez Samaniego, Paula Vanessa; Erraez Guaicha, Zulema Odalis; Zúñiga Carpio, Gabriela Alexandra
Background: chronic malnutrition and food insecurity are serious problems worldwide, especially in Latin America and the Caribbean, where 23% of Ecuadorian children suffer from chronic malnutrition. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this situation, as evidenced in a study conducted in Child Development Centers (CDI) in Cuenca, Ecuador, in 2018, where 71.4% of children faced food insecurity at different levels. This raises concerns about the impact on the health and development of preschool children, underscoring the need for specific measures to improve the food security of this group. Objective: To describe the knowledge and attitudes of staff working in the CDIs of the two cantons belonging to Azuay regarding post-pandemic 2023 food security. Method: to address this problem, two tools were used: focus groups and semi-structured interviews, with the objective of assessing the knowledge and attitudes of personnel on food safety in the IDCs. We worked with 5 people from each center and the data collected were analyzed using the ATLAS.ti program. The results revealed a low level of knowledge about food safety in both IDCs, with a greater lack in the Cuenca IDC. In addition, attitudes of mistrust and ignorance towards the subject were observed in both centers. The challenges identified include the lack of follow-up to existing food security policies in the two IDCs. In conclusion, a worrying lack of familiarity on the part of staff regarding food security was identified in both IDCs, attributable to a lack of specific education on the topic. This underscores the urgent need to implement training programs and strengthen policy enforcement to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the development of preschool children in these facilities.
Percepción de compra y consumo de alimentos adquiridos en supermercados y ferias agroecológicas de la ciudad de Cuenca 2023
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-06-03) Brito Álvarez, Renato Xavier; Muy Pérez, Paúl Xavier; Zúñiga Carpio, Gabriela Alexandra
In the city of Cuenca, Ecuador, due to people's growing concern about the quality of the food they consume and its impact on their health, there is an interest in studying for the first time their purchasing decisions and knowledge in two important commercialization spaces: agroecological fairs and supermarkets. A sample of 14 supermarket shoppers and another of 14 agroecological fair shoppers, aged between 30 and 55 years, were recruited. Focus group, semi-structured interview and audio recording techniques were used for data collection, audio transcription was manual, and ATLAS.ti 23 software was used for data analysis. The results showed that buyers at the agroecological fair prioritize the purchase of fresh and organic food, but supermarket buyers prioritize the review of labeling. The most purchased and consumed foods at the agroecological fair were vegetables and fruits, but at the supermarket, dry goods, oils, meat, dairy and canned foods. In both places, people prefer to buy food in good condition, well preserved and stored in clean spaces, and they do not know the ingredients and production processes of most foods. In conclusion, between the agroecological fairs and supermarkets, there are clear differences both in the factors of purchase and in the foods, most purchased and consumed, but there are clear similarities in buyers’ knowledge and awareness of their health due to the way they buy.
La seguridad alimentaria como indicador de calidad de vida en los adultos del Barrio Gran Cove, Cuenca 2022-2023
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-05-31) Ochoa Zavala, Alejandra Isabel; Peralta Calle, Daysi Paola; Zúñiga Carpio, Gabriela Alexandra
Background: At the University of Antioquia, Medellín, Martha Álvarez Uribe, Alejandro Estrada Restrepo and Zulma Fonseca Centeno in year 2010, conducted a study for to characterize Colombian households in food insecurity according to quality of life. in the results obtained, households classified in the low stratum reported prevalence of insecurity moderate and severe food, very high, which implies that some of the members of the home have had hunger, whose effects carries sufferings psychological and social and family disturbances. Objectives: Identify the relationship between he level of security food and the quality of life in Adults belonging to the neighborhood Great Cove of the Cuenca city. Period 2022- 2023. Methodology: It is a study descriptive, quantitative, worked with a convenience population among 100 people, a questionnaire and a scale were used for the harvest of data in Adults of the ages of 18 to 55 years, population of the neighborhood Great Cove during the period 2022 - 2023. Results: The collection of information through the ELCSA scale and the EQ-5D questionnaire, revealed the level of food insecurity that is affecting the female gender more prevalently and how their quality of life is involved, the more food insecurity the lower the quality of life. life. Conclusion: When there is a degree of food insecurity in the home, people do not usually enjoy a desired quality of life, and female heads of household tend to have a higher incidence of food insecurity.

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