This study aimed to compare the effects of sedentary behavior on metabolic indicators such as body mass index, total cholesterol, fasting glucose, and triglycerides among administrative and operational workers at a cocoa semi-processing company. A cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach was conducted based on occupational medical examinations applied to 200 employees. The results revealed metabolic alterations in both groups, although with different patterns depending on job type. Administrative workers, who are exposed to higher levels of sedentary behavior during their workday, showed higher fasting glucose levels and lower frequency of physical activity, while operational workers had slightly higher proportions of cholesterol and triglycerides. These findings suggest that metabolic risk is not confined to a single occupational group but is influenced by multiple factors such as lifestyle, diet, and workplace conditions. In response to this situation, an integrated action plan is proposed, aiming to improve institutional nutrition, promote active breaks during the workday, and strengthen a healthy organizational culture focused on overall employee well-being.

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Comparison of Metabolic Indicators Between Administrative and Operational Workers in a Company Dedicated to the Production of Cocoa Semi-finished Products in Ecuador

  • Sol Martínez-Armijos,
  • Roxana Terreros-Bueno,
  • Daniela Paz-Barzola,
  • Kenny Escobar-Segovia

摘要

This study aimed to compare the effects of sedentary behavior on metabolic indicators such as body mass index, total cholesterol, fasting glucose, and triglycerides among administrative and operational workers at a cocoa semi-processing company. A cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach was conducted based on occupational medical examinations applied to 200 employees. The results revealed metabolic alterations in both groups, although with different patterns depending on job type. Administrative workers, who are exposed to higher levels of sedentary behavior during their workday, showed higher fasting glucose levels and lower frequency of physical activity, while operational workers had slightly higher proportions of cholesterol and triglycerides. These findings suggest that metabolic risk is not confined to a single occupational group but is influenced by multiple factors such as lifestyle, diet, and workplace conditions. In response to this situation, an integrated action plan is proposed, aiming to improve institutional nutrition, promote active breaks during the workday, and strengthen a healthy organizational culture focused on overall employee well-being.