In modern industrial settings, the risk of adverse effects from chemical and physical pollutants on workers’ health is increasing, requiring a comprehensive hygienic evaluation of their nutrition and micronutrient status. The aim of this study was to assess the compliance of workers’ actual diets with physiological requirements and to identify deficiencies of essential micronutrients among employees of various industrial enterprises. A comparative analysis was carried out on the energy value, the ratio of macro- and micronutrients, the content of vitamins and minerals in the diet, as well as biochemical indicators of blood. It was found that under the influence of industrial factors, a pronounced nutritional imbalance occurs, characterized by decreased intake of antioxidants (vitamins A, E, C) and microelements (zinc, selenium, iron), which contributes to metabolic and functional disorders. The findings confirm the need for hygienic optimization of workers’ nutrition, implementation of preventive programs, and monitoring of micronutrient status to maintain health and working capacity.

hygienic assessment, workers’ nutrition, micronutrient status, industrial factors, chemical pollutants, physical exposure, preventive medicine.

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