Relación del ritmo circadiano con el estado nutricional del personal docente de la nidad educativa “Augusto N. Martínez”

Abstract

The study of the relationship between the circadian rhythm and the nutritional status of the teaching staff of the "Augusto N. Martinez" Educational Unit was carr ied out with the general objective of determining this relationship. To achieve this, three specific objectives were set: to collect anthropometric and dietary data, to evaluate circadian rhythm markers and to assess the dietary pattern of the teaching staff. The results showed that there is a significant relationship between circadian rhythm and the nutritional status of the teaching staff, especially in terms of dietary pattern and sleep quality. It was found that those teachers with an irregular circadian rhythm are more likely to have an unbalanced diet and a higher body mass index. Based on these results, it is recommended that the educational institution implement education programs on nutrition and healthy habits for the teaching staff, as well as promote schedules and environments that favor a regular circadian rhythm and good sleep quality. In addition, it is suggested that similar studies be conducted in other populations to broaden the understanding of the relationship between circadian rhythm and nutritional status.