An assessment of anthropometric and hematological parameters and blood pressure in vegetarians
Abstract
Objective: Evaluate the anthropometric indices, blood pressure levels and hematological analysis results vegetarian population of the municipality of Ji-Paraná, Rondônia.Method: This descriptive and quantitative cross-sectional study has a sample size of 65 vegetarians.
Results: The results of this study showed that 61.6% of the sample was of normal weight, 69.2% had a waist circumference within normal parameters, 92.3% had normal blood pressure levels and 26.2% were classified as anemic. More than 60% of the vegetarians in this study evidenced normal plasma calcium and cholesterol levels (total and LDL). Normal levels were also observed in relation to triglycerides (81.4%), glucose (96.9%), total proteins (93.9%) and albumin (100%).
Conclusion: The conclusion of the study states that a diverse vegetarian diet can provide health benefits for humans
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