Determinants of dietary and physical activity behaviours among women of reproductive age in urban Uganda, a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To explore determinants of dietary and physical activity behaviours among women of reproductive age.

Design

Data were collected through focus group discussions (FGD). The FGD guide was based on a modified theoretical framework; theory of planned behaviour was incorporated with constructs of health belief model, precaution adoption process model, social cognitive and social support theory. Discussions were audio recorded, transcribed verbatim and analysed thematically.

Setting

Kampala, Uganda.

Participants

Women were categorised into young adults; 18-34 years and adults; 35-45 years.

Results

Separate FGD with independent participants were conducted for dietary and physical activity behaviours until data saturation was achieved. Six FGD were cond

SUBMITTER: Yiga P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10195302 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature