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Introduction: Chronic non-communicable diseases are considered the major causes of mortality in the world and have been associated with increased consumption of high-energy foods, rich in sugars, sodium and trans fatty acids, as well as a decrease in the diet of foods rich in fibers, vitamins and minerals antioxidants. Objective: To evaluate the nutritional profile and prevalence of chronic non-communicable diseases in patients of a nutrition school clinic in the city of São Paulo. Methodology: Data from 138 nutritional records of patients, of both genders, were analyzed in a nutrition school clinic. Food consumption was evaluated by the 24-hour reminders that appeared in the patients' medical records. Carbohydrates, proteins, total lipids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, monounsaturated, cholesterol and fiber were analyzed. Body composition was assessed by weight, height, arm circumference, waist circumference and skinfolds. Results: The greatest demand for the clinic was for women (74.45%), between 20 and 30 years (39.41%); with at least some chronic disease (67.15%) and overweight (65.7%). Most women (75.67%) presented a risk of cardiovascular disease and a high percentage of body fat (67.82%). The average consumption of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids was adequate for the recommendations proposed by DRIs (2002). However, fiber intake was inadequate. Conclusion: The population attended at the Nutrition Clinic presents a high prevalence of chronic non-communicable diseases, with a predominance of overweight and obesity. Thus, the importance of nutritional care must be emphasized, to prevent diseases and improvement of the nutritional profile of this population.

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