The underweight children show signs of malnutrition such as pronounced dark circles under the eyes, dry hair and skin, skin depigmentation, dental caries, and short stature. These characteristics demonstrate a deficiency in calories consumed, protein, vitamins C and B complex, and iron.  

Obese children also had dental caries. As to their diet outside of school, they commented that their breakfasts are usually coffee with sweet bread, chocolate drinks, and in the afternoon, soups, potatoes, pork rinds, and beans with tortillas. 

The population with a healthy weight still exhibit evidence of nutrient deficiencies or the presence of diseases.  

Most of the children support their parents in their work with crops, which requires a greater energy expenditure that is not satisfied nutritionally, resulting in macro and micronutrient deficiencies.  

Days before the program was opened in the community, it was observed that most of the mothers brought lunch to their children; mostly homemade food lacking in vegetables. In some cases the drinks were soft drinks or sweet juices. By working together with the mothers, we expect to see improvements through workshops offered on an ongoing basis to help them apply good health practices at home.