Effectiveness of the Nutritional Habits Program in the Child Development Centers of Canton Ambato
Keywords:
nutrición infantil, hábitos alimentarios, educación nutricionalAbstract
Early childhood eating patterns are affected by beliefs, cultural customs, and family rituals, and play a crucial role in the development, progression, and prevention of disease in children under three years of age. In this context, this study examines the nutritional and behavioral effects of the dietary habits strengthening program implemented at the Child Development Centers (CDI) in Ambato Canton. The objective of the research was to evaluate the implementation of the Nutritional Habits Program in the Child Development Centers of Canton Ambato. The research was conducted using a combined qualitative and quantitative approach, descriptive and longitudinal, using methods such as questionnaires, interviews, and observation. Nutritional education tactics were applied through theoretical and practical lectures, which led to significant progress in parents' knowledge at the end of the intervention.
The findings revealed a lack of knowledge about proper water consumption and a lack of understanding of the food chain. This includes essential aspects such as safe cooking temperatures, which can lead to poor habits and unhygienic practices in child nutrition. The results of this research emphasize the need to strengthen nutrition education, both at home and in childcare settings, to foster healthy and sustainable eating habits that promote children's well-being and optimal growth.
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