ASSESSMENT OF NUTRIENT INTAKE AND ANTHROPOMETRIC MEASUREMENTS AMONG TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONALS
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Authors
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SHEEBA GOPALAKRISHNAN.U
Department of Home Science and Centre for Research, St Teresa’s College (Autonomous), Ernakulam, Kerala
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V.GIRIJA DEVI
Department of Home Science and Centre for Research, St Teresa’s College (Autonomous), Ernakulam, Kerala
Keywords:
Health risk, Nutrient intake, Technology personnel, WC, WHRAbstract
The study conducted in 2015 investigated the relationship between nutritional intake and anthropometric measurements among technology personnel, aimed at elucidating their impact on health risks. Utilizing a 24-hour recall approach in the Trivandrum Corporation, the research evaluated food consumption patterns and conducted various anthropometric measurements to assess the risk of metabolic complications. This study examined the nutritional intake and health risks of technology personnel using a 24-hour recall method and anthropometric measurements, and it revealed excessive fat (237.289 % of RDA) and vitamin C (185.863 % of RDA) intake, with iron deficiency (58.782 % of RDA). Health risk assessments based on waist-to-hip ratio and BMI indicated that private sector employees faced higher risks of metabolic complications and disease, with 40 percent at increased risk compared to 30 percent in the government sector. A statistically significant positive correlation (p < .01) was found, indicating that higher BMI is associated with greater waist circumference. The study highlighted the need for targeted interventions and lifestyle modifications for technology professionals, considering dietary habits and occupational factors to improve their overall well-being.
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