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GENERAL DATA

ZONE 6

Zone 6001A Delfina Timajo Papillera

001B Noel Timajo Papillera

001C Edwin Timajo Papillera

001D Jorge Timajo Papillera

001E Dolly Papillera Cervantes

002 Ricardo Cueto Maralit

003 Angeles dela Cruz Bustamante

004 Larry Tienzo Navarro

005 Jeffrey Deleon Malonzo

006 Emma Bugas Sta. Rosa

007 Rodolfo Oheda Ipo

008 Louderique Migparangalan Maranda

*009 Tan

010A Manuel Labalan Ajero

010B Manicks Labalan Ajero

*011 Felipe

*012 Bugas

*013 Fernandez

014A Puece Beda Hubilla

014B Jose Puece Hubilla

015 Julieta Lalosa Abjer

*016 Pante

*017A Multo

*017B Multo

018 Bon Huyponaco Salinas

*019 Navarro

020 Ricky Tenso Navarro

021 Santelisis Hernandez Arquipo

*022 Baranda

023 Ariel Munding Abante Joven

*not interviewed

Zone 6*Not interviewed

Table 1.1

GENERAL DATA

Total Number of Households Frequency Percentage

Number of Households interviewed 20 68.97%

Number of Households that were not interviewed

9 31.03%

Total Number of Households 29 100%

The Table 1.1 shows the relationship between the households interviewed which has the equivalent frequency of 20 (69%) and those who were not interviewed which is equivalent to 9 (31%). From this, we can see the massive percentage of households that actively participated during the interview. It also implies that the people in the community (Zone6) are open and hospitable. Open in a sense that they are willing to answer the questions that we, (BSN2D, group 2) are asking. And, hospitable in a sense that they welcomed us wholeheartedly. However, we failed to interview some because of the time of their work. But still, we manage to get some information about the said households who were not interviewed through their benevolent neighbours.

Table 1.2

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE HEAD OF THE FAMILY

(Based from Authority)

Types Frequency Percentage

Patriarchal 15 75%

Matriarchal 4 20%

Children 1 5%

Total 20 100%

The table shows the percentage distribution showing the head of the family based from authority. The highest frequency is equivalent to 15 or 75% which is the patriarchal. It implies that the father is still the dominant member of the family and the one who sustain the needs of the family. The 4 or 20% is under the matriarchal type and 1 or 5% is under the breadwinner. This shows that even though 20% of the mothers are the head of the family, it implies that they can have the ability to earn a living.

Table 1.3

TOTAL POPULATION

Description Frequency Percentage

Paternal 16 20%

Maternal 20 24%

Children 46 56%

TOTAL 82 100%

The table 1.3 implies that 56% of the children, which has the large percentage in Zone 6, indicating that they are dependent to their parents to sustain their living. It is the responsibility of the parents to provide the needs of their children.

Table 1.4

SEX DISTRIBUTION OF THE TOTAL POPULATION

Sex Frequency Percentage

Male 38 46.34%

Female 44 54.66%

TOTAL 82 100%

Table 1.4 shows the Sex Distribution of the Total Population in zone 6. It reflects that the population as the same with the value of the other, wherein the 54.66% comprises the female population and 46.34% for the male population.

Table 1.5

AGE DISTRIBUTION OF THE TOTAL POPULATION

Age Children Paternal Maternal Total Percentage

0-1 yr old

(Infancy Stage)

3 - - 3 3.66%

2-3 yrs old

(Toddler Stage)

4 - - 4 4.88%

4-5 yrs old

(Early

Childhood)

3 - - 3 3.66%

6-11 yrs old

(Middle

Childhood)

10 - - 10 12.2%

12-18 yrs old

(Adolescence)

12 - - 12 14.63%

19-35 yrs old

(Young

Adulthood)

10 3 6 19 23.17%

36-50 yrs old

(Adulthood)

4 9 8 19 25.6%

51 and above

(Maturity)

- 4 6 10 12.2%

TOTAL 46 16 20 82 100%

Table 1.5 shows the age distribution of the respondents in Zone 6. The data shows that majority of the population belong to the 19-35 and 36-50. This means that 25.6% of them are capable of being productive. They are greater in number than those who are dependent. This implies that the community has a greater chance of being productive since they can employ themselves in different kinds of job to support their families.

PATERNAL PROFILE

Table 2.1Percentage Distribution Showing the Occupation of the Fathers in Zone 6

Occupation Frequency PercentageBusinessman 4 25%PNP(police) 1 6%

Brgy. Kagawad 2 13%Carpenter 1 6%

Driver 1 6%Latero 1 6%

Construction Labor 1 6%Farmer 2 13%

Merchant 1 6%Unemployed 2 13%

Total 16 100%

From the data gathered the occupation of the father varies in different categories. 25% of the fathers are running a business and 12.5% being a farmer and barangay kagawad. This implies that the fathers have different work environment that would directly affect their health and their ability to provide sufficient needs for their families.

Table 2.2Percentage Distribution showing the Educational Attainment of the Fathers in Zone 6

Description Frequency PercentageCollege Graduate 5 31%

College Level 4 25%High School Graduate 3 19%Elementary Graduate 1 6%

Elementary Level 1 6%Vocational Graduate 2 13%

Total 16 100%

Based from the data gathered, College graduate have the highest percentage having 31% meaning they can easily get job because they have finished their studies followed by college level having 25%, high school graduate having a 19%, elementary graduate and elementary level having both 6% and vocational graduate having 13% meaning they have difficulty in earning money because they haven’t finished their studies. This implies that the highest percentage of the fathers have the capacity of having stable job for them to be able to provide the needs of their families.

Table 2.3

Percentage Distribution Showing the Health Habits of the Fathers in Zone 6

Type Frequency PercentageExercise 5 31%

Drinking Liquor 3 19%Both exercise and drinking

liquor3 19%

Drinking liquor and smoking 5 31%Total 16 100%

Exercise and both smoking and drinking liquor tied at 31%. This implies that 31% of the fathers in the zone exercises that serves as their good habit and will result good health. But it doesn’t mean that they are totally healthy because they tied up to the percentage and frequency of drinking liquor and smoking therefore it implies that they have vices that will affect their health even if they are doing exercise because they cannot put away their vices.

Table 2.4Percentage Distribution of the Previous Illness of the Fathers in Zone 6

Diseases Frequency PercentageBrain Hematoma 1 25%Diabetes Mellitus 1 25%Bronchial Asthma 1 25%Hemorrhoid 1 25%

Total 4 100%

The highest percentage of the fathers in the zone don’t have any previous illness and the remaining 25% experienced brain hematoma, diabetes mellitus, bronchial asthma and hemorrhage. This data implies that they have been taking care of their health since then.

Table 2.5Percentage Distribution Showing the Present Illness of the Fathers in Zone 6Disease Frequency Percentage

Diabetes 1 33.33%Renal failure 1 33.33%

Bronchial Asthma 1 33.33%Total 3 100%

From the data gathered 33.33% from it are experiencing diabetes which implies that they are not conscious of the foods that they eat that are why they have high blood glucose level and the remaining are renal failure and bronchial asthma. The highest percentage of the fathers in the zone has no present illness. This data implies that they are already aware of taking good care of their health.

Table 2.6Percentage Distribution showing the Religion of Fathers in Zone 6

Based from the data gathered 94% are Roman Catholic and only one has a different religion which is Iglesia ni Cristo. This implies that the highest percentage of the fathers have the same religious beliefs that would affect their health by sharing same spiritual belief and culture thus there will be lesser chances of conflicts when it comes to their health practices and traditions that they use to follow.

Religion Frequency PercentageRoman Catholic 15 94%Iglesia Ni Cristo 1 6%

Total 16 100%

Table 2.7

Percentage Distribution Showing the Civil Status of the Fathers in Zone 6Civil Status Frequency Percentage

Married 15 94%Widower 1 6%

Total 16 100%

The table shows that 94% of the fathers are married thus implies that they work hand in hand with their spouses in guiding and providing the basic necessities of their family.

Table 2.8Percentage Distribution Showing the Age of the fathers in Zone 6

Age Frequency Percentage19-35 (young adulthood) 3 19%36-50 ( adulthood) 9 56%51 and above (Maturity) 4 25%

Total 16 100%

56% of the fathers belong to the 36-50 age which is considered to be the productive age or adulthood. 25% of the fathers belong to the 51 and above age or maturity. It implies that their ability to work will be lessened and get limited due to aging. 19% of the fathers belong to the 19-35 age or young adulthood. It implies that they are already capable of submitting theirselves to work. Therefore the highest percentage of the fathers are still capable of working for their families.

MATERNAL PROFILE

Table 3.1

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION OF THE CIVIL STATUS OF THE MOTHER IN ZONE 6

Description Frequency Percentage

Married 16 80%

Widow 4 20%

Total living 20 100%

Based on the data we have gathered it shows that 80% of the population of mothers are

married. This means that 80% of them have partners or someone to help them in their day to

day living. The table shows that there is greater number of married mothers than widows which

means that there is a tendency for child bearing mothers to increase the population of the

zone. Also this implies that mothers are capable enough for raising their own families.

Table 3.2

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT OF THE MOTHERS IN

ZONE 6

Description Frequency Percentage

Elementary level 1 5%

Elementary Graduate 1 5%

High School level 3 15%

High School Graduate 7 35%

College level 1 5%

College Graduate 7 35%

TOTAL 20 100%

The data shows that 35% are high school graduate, 35% college graduate, 15% are

undergraduate and the remaining 15% are divided equally into 3: college undergraduate,

elementary graduate and elementary undergraduate. The data shows that there is an equal

percentage of 35% both, with those mothers classified as high school graduate and college

graduate. This only implies that there are mothers capable of being employed and have

chances of having a good job and salary that could help in sustaining family needs.

Table 3.3

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE AGE OF THE MOTHERS IN ZONE 6

Age Frequency Percentage

19-35 yrs old (Young

adulthood)

7 35%

36-50 yrs old (Adulthood) 7 35%

51 and above (Maturity) 6 30%

TOTAL 20 100%

Regarding the data we have, the table shows that we have an equal percentage of 35%, both

with the group classified as young adulthood and adulthood, and only 30% with those in

maturity age. This implies that the mothers are capable enough to be stable, living with their

own, independent and capable of raising their children, managing their own family.

Table 3.4

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE OCCUPATION OF THE MOTHERS IN ZONE 6

Occupation Frequency Percentage

Beautician 2 10%

Businesswoman 1 5%

Cook 1 5%

Secretary 1 5%

Sales Agent 1 5%

Housewife 12 60%

OFW 2 10%

TOTAL 20 100%

The table shows that 60% of the respondents belong to the category unemployed, 35% fall

under the employed and the remaining 5% are those who are engage in business. All of them

have the capability to provide the needs of their family only that it varies from the type of work

that they have and the income that they can get. It implies that the large number of mothers

only stay at home to take good care of their families and attend to its needs.

Table 3.5

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE RELIGION OF THE MOTHERS

Religion Frequency Percentage

Roman Catholic 18 90%

Iglesia ni Cristo 2 10%

TOTAL 20 100%

The table shows that the religion of the respondents of Zone 6 falls under Roman Catholic with

the percentage of 90% and the other 10% are Iglesia Ni Cristo. It implies that Zone 6 is a

Christian community, sharing same spiritual beliefs and culture, thus there will be no conflicts

when it comes to their health practices and traditions that they use to follow.

Table 3.7

TERM, PREMATURE, ABORTION, LIVING

TYPE NO. OF CASES

Term 45

Premature 1

Aborted 2

Living 46

The table shows that term babies or children has the highest number of cases, which means that mothers know and has information of taking good care of their babies while inside their wombs as well as nourishing it. It also implies that health programs being implemented in the barangay was also pructive.

CHILDREN’S PROFILE

Table 4.1

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION OF THE TOTAL POPULATION OF CHILDREN IN ZONE 6

Sex Frequency Percentage

Male 22 47.83%

Female 24 52.17%

TOTAL 46 100%

Table 4.3 shows the percentage of the total population of children in zone 6 as classified by

their gender. 52% of the children are females which implies that

Table 4.2

AGE DISTRIBUTION OF THE TOTAL CHILDREN IN ZONE 6

Age Frequency Percentage

0-1 yr old (Infancy) 3 6.52%

2-3 yrs old (Toddler) 4 8.69%

4-5 yrs old (Early Childhood) 3 6.52%

6-11 yrs old (Middle Childhood) 10 21.74%

12-18 yrs old (Adolescence) 12 26.1%

19-35 yrs old (Young adulthood) 10 21. 74%

36-50 yrs old (adulthood) 4 8.69%

TOTAL 46 100%

Table 4.2 shows the age distribution of the total children of zone 6. of the children belong to

the adolescence stage and below. It implies that most of them are still dependent to their

parents in terms of basic needs.

Table 4.3

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE PLACE OF DELIVERY OF THE CHILDREN

Description Frequency Percentage

Home 23 50%

Hospital 22 47.83%

Health Centre 1 2.17%

TOTAL 46 100%

Table 4.3 shows the percentage distribution of the place of delivery of the children in zone 6. It

shows that 23 or 50% of the children were delivered at home assisted by either trained hilots or

midwife which implies that they do not have sufficient financial resources and believe that

giving birth at home is more accessible and would be more practical than in hospital. While 1

or 2.17% were delivered in the Barangay Health Centre which implies that the health workers of

the barangay were active.

Table 4.4

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE TYPE OF DELIVERY OF THE CHILDREN

Description Frequency Percentage

Normal Spontaneous Delivery (NSD) 44 95.65%

Caesarean Section (CS) 2 4.35%

TOTAL 46 100%

Table 4.4 shows the percentage distribution of the type of delivery of the children in zone 6. It

shows that 44 or 95.65% of the children were in Normal Spontaneous Delivery while 2 or 4.35 %

were in Caesarean Section which implies that during their mother’s pre-natal check-up they

were advised by the health worker or health provider to what type of delivery they should

undergo depending on the condition of their baby.

Table 4.5

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION OF THE IMMUNIZABLE AGE IN ZONE 6

(0-8 years old)

Age Bracket Frequency Percentage

2 wks – 2 yrs old 3 23%

3-6 yrs old 5 38.5%

7-8 yrs old 5 38.5%

TOTAL 13 100%

The table shows the immunizable age in Zone 6. 3-6 years old and 7-8 years old age bracket

both constitutes the frequency of 5 or 38.5%, and the remaining 2 or 23% is aging between

2weeks-2 years old. It implies that the health care providers need to give attention to the

children who are the young ones to help them protect their health.

Table 4.6

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE IMMUNIZATIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHILDREN

Description Frequency Percentage

Complete 42 93.33%

Incomplete 3 6.67%

Total 45 100%

The table shows the percentage of immunizations received by the children who belong to

immunizable age in zone 6. 42 or 93.33% of the graph is complete,3 or 6.67% is incomplete. It

implied that almost all of the residence are aware about the significance of having their children

immunized, but, there are still who are not aware of giving their children be immunized

considering the fact that all are obliged to have their child immunized.

Table 4.7

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE OCCUPATION OF THE CHILDREN INZONE 6

Description Frequency PercentageHouse managers 11 23.91%

Beautician 1 2.17%Contractual 1 2.17%

Labourer 1 2.17%Sales Supervisor 1 2.17%

Fruit Vendor 1 2.17%Construction Worker 1 2.17%

Technician 1 2.17%Student 28 60.9%

Total 46 100%

The table shows the occupation of the children of Zone 6. 28 or 60.9% are the students which has

the highest percentage. It implies that 60.9% of the children are motivated to pursue their studies.

6.51% of the children have their own business; it shows that they are responsible enough to help

their parents to provide the needs of their family.

Table 4.8

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT OF THE CHILDREN IN ZONE 6

Description Frequency PercentageNot yet in School (ages 2wks-

4yrs.old)6 13%

Pre-school 3 7%Elementary Level 12 26%High School Level 8 17%

College Level 11 24%College Graduate 6 13%

Total 46 100%

The table shows the percentage of the educational attainment of the children of zone 6. 26% is

elementary level, 24% is college level, 17% is high school level and the remaining is not yet in

school, pre-school, college graduate. It implies that the dominant of the children is already in

high school level and even college level, thus they are already capable of helping their parents

by finding a job. It shows that the children are responsible enough to earn a living.

Table 4.9

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE PREVIOUS ILLNES OF THE CHILDREN INZONE 6

Description Frequency PercentageBronchial Asthma 5 38.46%

Tonsillitis 1 7.69%UTI 2 15.38%

Skin Allergy 2 15.38%Pneumonia 2 15.38%

Measles 1 7.69%Total 13 100%

The table shows the percentage of the previous illness of the children of zone 6. Based on the

graph, 5 or 38.46% of the children has a previous illness which has the highest percentage. It

implies that it can affect their lifestyle as well as their socialization in the community due to this

illness.

Table 4.10 PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE PRESENT ILLNES OF THE CHILDREN IN

ZONE 6

Description Frequency PercentageBronchial Asthma 2 50%

Skin Allergy 1 25%Tonsillitis 1 25%

Total 3 100%

The table shows the percentage of the present illness of the children of zone. 2 or 50% of the

children has a present illness which has the highest percentage. It implies that the children who

have a present illness can affect the financial status of the family due to medications that they

need for the treatment of their illness.

SOCIO-ECONOMIC PROFILE

Table 5.1PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE MONTHLY INCOME OF THE FAMILIES IN ZONE 6

Description Frequency Percentage23,000 and above

(very high)2 10%

20,000 -23,000(high)

1 5%

12,000-15,000(average)

4 20%

8,000 – 11,000(below average)

13 65%

Total 20 100%

The table 5.1 shows that 13 or 65% of the families belong to the poverty level income. It implies

that the income is not enough to suffice the needs of the family specially allocating budget for

health needs. While 1 or 5% of the families belong to higher level income, meaning that they

will not have difficulty in distributing and budgeting their income to their needs.

Table 5.2PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION OF THE HOUSING TYPE IN ZONE 6

Description Frequency PercentageConcrete 13 56.52%

Semi-concrete 9 39.13%Temporary Shelter 1 4.35%

Total 23 100%

Table 5.2 shows the percentage distribution of the housing type in Zone 6, whether their

houses are made of concrete, semi-concrete or temporary shelter. The data reflects 56.52% of

the respondents have concrete houses which imply that majority are assured of safety in times

of calamities. They don’t have to worry that their houses will be destroyed by strong winds.

This shows that 56.52% of them have the capability to spend for building concrete houses.

However, the 39.13% & 4.35% includes houses that are semi-concrete and temporary. They are

the ones who are at risk, especially in times of calamities.

Table 5.3

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE HOUSING OWNERSHIP OF THE FAMILIES IN

ZONE 6

Description Frequency PercentageOwned 16 80%Rented 3 15%

Caretaker 1 5%Total 20 100%

Table 5.3 shows the percentage distribution of the housing ownership in Zone 6. It is whether

they own the house, rent it or they are merely caretakers of the house. The data shows that

80% of the respondents own their houses. They have the authority to do whatever they want

in their house, provided that they don’t violate any rule. They also have the responsibility of

cleaning their houses, making it a safe environment for the members. With regards to

expenses, those who own their houses do not anymore have to think of other expenses such as

rentals, meaning they can allocate their money to more important matters such as food,

clothing and medicine.

Table 5.4

PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE SOURCE OF INFORMATION OF THE FAMILIES IN

ZONE 6

Description Frequency PercentageInternet Source 1 5%

TV & Radio 7 35%TV, Radio & Newspaper 11 55%TV, Radio, Newspaper &

Internet Source1 5%

Total 20 100%

Table 5.4 shows the percentage distribution of the source of information of the respondents.

The data helps us to determine whether they have the access to know about current issues that

may affect them or affect their health. It implies that the people have the means to be aware

of the things that are happening. It will aid them in being prepared, especially if there are

foreseeable calamities that may affect their area.

Table 5.5PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION SHOWING THE ECONOMIC STATUS OF THE FAMILIES

IN ZONE 6

Description Frequency PercentageA. Employment 2 10%

1. Governmenta.Permanentb.Contractualc. Casual

1 5%- -- -

2. Private firmsa.Permanentb.Contractualc. Casual

1 5%2 10%- -

B. Business 13 65%C. Industry - -

1.Farminga. Tenant farmer

1 5%

Total 20 100%

Table 5.6 shows the 10 or 50% common source of income of the families came from business. This

implies that majority of the income varies and it will affect the allocation of their budget in their basic

needs and health maintenance because it is not sure if their businesses will profit.

Table 5.6PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION OF THE APPLIANCES OWNED BY THE FAMILIES IN ZONE 6

Description Frequency Percentage

TV, Radio, Refrigerator &Electric Fan

6 30%

VCD, TV, Radio, Refrigerator & Electric Fan

2 10%

TV, Oven, Refrigerator, Radio & DVD

1 5%

TV, Radio, Play station, VCD &Electric Fan

3 15%

TV, Radio, VCD, Electric Fan, Refrigerator & Rice Cooker

4 20%

TV, Electric Fan, Radio & Computer

1 5%

TV, Radio, DVD, Refrigerator, Air-con & Washing Machine

1 5%

None 2 10%

Total 20 100%

Table 5.6 shows the percentage distribution of the kinds of appliances owned by the respondents. The data implies that despite of their below average incomes, they see to it that they have appliances to keep them updated with the current issues, most especially through television and radio. The electric fans and the refrigerators help them to adjust with the setting in which they are in. They also recognize the necessity of preserving foods through the use of

the refrigerator, which helps them avoid having diseases that are caused by perished foods that were not properly stored.

Table 5.7

RANKING OF MONTHLY EXPENSESMonthly expenses

6 5 4 3 2 1 Total

Food 0 0 0 1 2 17 20Education 3 1 1 3 10 2 20Clothing 0 6 5 9 0 0 20Medicine 0 2 10 3 4 1 20Shelter 0 8 4 4 4 0 20

Recreation 17 3 0 0 0 0 20Total 20 20 20 20 20 20

MONTHLY EXPENSES

Table 5.7 shows the ranking of monthly expenses of the respondents. Based on the Maslow’s

Hierarchy of Needs, it implies that physiological needs such as food will always be the priority

wherever status in the society a person is because it is necessary for survival that keeps man

alive and functional.

Table 5.8

RANKING OF HEALTH RESOURCES AVAILED

Health Resources

7 6 5 4 3 2 1Total

Government hospital 1 2 8 3 2 3 1 20

Private hospital 2 10 0 2 1 1 4 20

Municipal health center

0 0 3 10 1 4 2 20

Barangay health center

0 0 1 2 3 3 11 20

Clinic-private medical

practitioner

11 1 3 2 0 1 2 20

Barangay health worker

0 5 1 1 12 1 0 20

Local resources 6 2 4 0 1 7 0 20

Total 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

HEALTH RESOURCES AVAILED

Table 5.8 shows the ranking of health resources availed by the respondents. Their decision in what service to avail reflects their knowledge about the diseases and services, and their capacity to pay for the expenses. The data tells us that the residents in Zone 6 choose to first go to the barangay health centres for health services. This shows that the health centres are the ones accessible, available for the people and that can give services at once, considering that in private hospitals they still have to travel and spend much money. With regards to the knowledge, it reflects their knowledge because it shows how they perceive their illnesses and how they manage them.

Table 5.9

LOCAL RESOURCES

Description Frequency PercentageHilot 16 80%

Herbolarios 2 10%

Both 2 10%

Total 20 100%

Table 5.9 shows the percentage distribution of the local resources where the respondents go to for help when they need health services. It is implied that most of the respondents in zone 6 refer themselves for medical assistance first on Hilots which is reflected by the 73%. Factors that may have affected this are the financial problem and the fact that most of the family practice traditional methods on how to cure illnesses which is by the help of a “manghihilot”. Some refer themselves to herbolarios and others refer to both, shown by the 27% remaining.

Nutritional Profile

Table 6.1

FREQUENCY OF INTAKE OF FOODS

Foods Everyday 1x a wk

2x a wk

3x a wk

4x a wk

1x a mo

2x a mo

3x a mo

Total

Rice 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20

Chicken 0 8 2 3 1 3 1 1 19

Pork 3 5 2 2 1 6 0 0 19

Beef 0 3 0 5 0 3 2 2 15

Fish 6 4 2 0 8 0 0 0 20

Vegetable 9 0 6 2 3 0 0 0 20

Fruit 8 2 0 4 0 0 0 6 20

Based on the data gathered, the primary source of food of the families in Zone 6 is rice which provides them a lot of energy to sustain for one whole day and dividing a small piece of menu (i.e. appetizer, desert) to match with rice. It implies that they are aware of the importance of eating the right kinds of foods.

FREQUENCY OF INTAKE OF FOODS

Table 6.1 shows the frequency of intake of the foods they eat. It clearly shows that rice is never forgotten in their meals. Even if they will just have to divide a small piece of viand, eating it with rice will help them fill their stomach already. The table also shows that they are aware of the importance of eating the right kinds of food with just the right frequency. This implies that they are also very much concerned about their health, especially in having proper eating habits.

Table 6.2

MANNER OF FOOD PREPARATION

Food Steamed Broiled fried Stewed Cooked Sautéed Fresh Total

Rice 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 20

Chicken 0 0 5 14 0 0 0 19

Pork 0 1 4 14 0 0 0 19

Beef 0 0 2 13 0 0 0 15

Fish 0 0 10 10 0 0 0 20

Vegetable 0 0 0 7 8 5 0 20

Fruit 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 20

Based on the data gathered, it shows respondents manner of food preparation. The people living in zone 6, usually prepare steamed rice, stewed chicken, pork and beef then followed by fried fish, cooked vegetables and fresh fruits. It implies that their eating habit is in the proper nutrition or balance diet which means providing each member of the family a right amount or division of food. At least to give more importance to those meals that is necessary for soothing appetite. And we take into consideration the family that doesn’t eat chicken and also pork and finally 5 families who doesn’t eat beef. They already know that usual preparing of fried foods will increase their cholesterol level intake and will lead to cardiovascular disorders like myocardial infarction or heart attack.

MANNER OF FOOD PREPARATION

Table 6.2 shows the respondents’ manner of preparation of foods. Most of the respondents prepare steamed rice, stewed chicken, stewed pork, stewed beef, fried fish, and cooked vegetable and fresh fruits. These data implies that people of San Isidro are eating the right kind of healthy foods and they prefer eating stewed foods than fried which is also a good sign to prevent high cholesterol intake.