RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GLUCOSE, TRIGLYCERIDES, CHOLESTEROL, AND LIFESTYLE WITH DIABETES AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.515732514111

• Palavras-chave: Glucose, Cholesterol, Triglycerides, Lifestyle, Rural Community.

• Keywords: Glucose, Cholesterol, Triglycerides, Lifestyle, Rural Community.

• Abstract:

  Diabetes and cardiovascular disease represent a global public health problem. In Mexico, while urban communities have access to health services and therefore to timely treatment and diagnosis of diseases, these services are deficient in rural populations in marginalized communities. Diet is a risk factor in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and it differs between rural and urban communities. Objective: The objective of this study was to investigate the relationship between glucose, triglycerides, cholesterol, and lifestyle with diabetes and cardiovascular disease in a rural community. Materials and methods: Anthropometric measurements were taken of residents ranging in age from 10 to 80 years. The average glucose level was 132.86 mg/dL, cholesterol 139.640 mg/dL, and triglycerides 189.2 mg/dL. According to the survey, the diet of this population consists of wild game from the region, as well as foods high in fat such as pork. In addition, residents reported low consumption of vegetables and fruits. Results: In this population, glucose and triglyceride levels are elevated compared to reference values; however, it is necessary to investigate other biochemical parameters that aid in the timely diagnosis of this type of disease.