Síndrome metabólica e climatério: impacto da intervenção nutricional

Introduction and objectives: Metabolic syndrome (MS) is a complex disorder characterized by the coexistence of chronic diseases that constitute risk factors for the development of cardiovascular diseases. Materials and methods: Intervention study, before and after, selected women (n = 19) with Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) level greater than 40 mIU / ml, compatible with climacteric syndrome, or whose last menstrual period occurred at least 12 months ago. For the diagnosis of MS, the parameters established By the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) were followed, in which central obesity is the main diagnostic criteria. The dietary orientation occurred in individual consultations, with recommendations adapted to each patient. Waist circumference was used as a parameter for monitoring the evolution of nutritional status. The measurements were made in two consultations, with an average interval of 75 days between the first and second evaluation. Results: The central adiposity was the change with greater statistical significance (p