Nutrition and gastronomy in the community of La Rioja. Evolution of the food model, gastronomic identity and nutritional evaluation of the diet

Objectives: the nutritional status of a population is one of the factors that most affect its health and quality of life. The gastronomy of a region as well as being an immaterial cultural asset of its inhabitants' conditions the food model of the same. Determining the evolution of the food model of the Community of La Rioja and its adaptation to the recommendations, assessing the influence that gastronomy has on it and defining the nutritional profile of the people of La Rioja has been the basis of this review. Methods: data provided by the Mapama Food Consumption Panel. Bibliographic searches on the topics described. Results: a decrease in the consumption of fresh fruits, vegetables, bread, vegetables and fresh vegetables is observed. Olive oil consumption is high. Gastronomy in La Rioja is simple but laborious, limiting the preparation of traditional dishes. The consumption of distilled drinks has increased. It has been estimated a low intake of carbohydrates and high fat. Calcium. Zinc, vitamin D and folates are nutrients that are deficient in the diet of the people of La Rioja. Conclusions: the decrease in the consumption of food of vegetable origin distances the food model from the Mediterranean diet while the high consumption of olive oil keeps it within it. The increase in the consumption of spirits with a higher content of ethanol, ethanol and ethyl carbamate is worrying. The intake of fatty acids, especially saturated fatty acids, should be moderated and a higher intake of carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables and legumes should be considered.