Consumo de comida chatarra en los estudiantes de la Unidad Educativa Eugenio Espejo

Abstract

The objective of this study was to determine how the consumption of junk food affects the performance of students at the “Unidad Educativa Eugenio Espejo”. We worked with a quantitative methodology with a descriptive cross-sectional design. Through the application of a survey aimed at students. The results showed that the students as a whole have a high level of junk food consumption; another result indicates that poor food intake affects the students' physical performance. It is concluded that men consume these products more than women. It should not be forgotten that they can improve their physical shortcomings or problems by changing their eating habits and practicing or developing more exercises or activities based on control of their own body.