Abstract:

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<0.0001). Discussion: Among the variables studied, there was a significant reduction in body weight (BW), waist circumference (WC), body mass index (BMI) and neck circumference (NC). Nutritional intervention demonstrated that dietary reeducation can be classified as one of the bases for control, and possible reversal, in the Metabolic Syndrome. CC measurement makes early diagnosis possible with prompt and adequate intervention.  Conclusion:  Considering the results achieved in the present study, nutritional intervention has been shown to be effective for the reduction of central adiposity and weight loss.

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