Implementación de un programa de orientación en el área de educación para la salud con el tema: higiene personal y alimentación saludable, dirigida a estudiantes de cuarto grado a de la escuela Carcelén y sus familias

Abstract

Objective: To design a health orientation program through the implementation of a didactic unit, to develop healthy living habits as a complement of the integral education of Basic School “Carcelen” the city of Quito.

Achievements:The students improve their cleaning habits and the intake of healthy food for their own benefit. The commitment and active participation of the children’s parents in the preparation of nutritious recipes to send healthy lunch boxes.

Conclusions: It is necessary that educational institutions carry out projects of orientation for the prevention and the personal development to promote healthy habits in children and adolescents, and help throughout the life to decrease possible diseases.