2.5. Outcome Variables 
The total energy (kcal) of the diet and the following macronutrients were investigated: carbohydrates, proteins, total fats, and fat subgroups (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, trans, omega 3, and omega 6 linoleic acid). Macronutrients were analyzed according to their contribution of energy to the total energy value of the diet, and expressed as a percentage. The micronutrients investigated were vitamins A, BThe nutrients adequacy for the prevention and control of NCDs investigated were total, saturated, and trans fats; fibers; potassium; and sodium. Its adequacy was evaluated as follows: ≤30% energy intake from total fat; ≤10% energy intake from saturated fats; ≤1% energy intake from trans fats; ≥12.5 g/1000 kcal of dietary fiber; ≤1000 mg/1000 kcal for sodium; and ≥1755 mg/1000 kcal for potassium [