Manual fotográfico de preparaciones tradicionales guayaquileñas para la evaluación de ingesta dietética y educación nutricional.

Abstract

Within the Nutritional Care Process (PAN), the nutritionist assesses the patient’s food intake. However, there are limiting factors such as difficulty recalling the quantity of portions consumed. This is why the “Manual Fotográfico Guayaco” aims to assist nutrition professionals in estimating the dietary intake of community patients and promoting healthy eating habits through traditional dishes from Guayaquil, alongside visual educational material. The project was developed in three phases: data collection and processing, development of the photographic manual, and feedback from clients and users. In this final phase, the manual was well-received, with 91% of interns successfully estimating patients’ intake quickly and effectively. Additionally, 80% of patients felt represented by the dishes and portion sizes included in the manual, while 92% understood the visual dietary recommendations provided. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of the photographic manual as a useful tool, optimizing the process of estimating dietary intake while also empowering patients with knowledge to improve their eating habits. Keywords: Photographic Manual, Quantification, Intake, Community, Guayaquil