Sociodemographic Factors Associated with Improved Metabolic Syndrome in Slum Dwelling Adults in Kenya: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sociodemographic factors have been implicated in cardiovascular health with differential morbidity and mortality. It is essential to comprehend how sociodemographic factors contribute to the improvement of Metabolic Syndrome (MetS), the primary cardiovascular diseases indicator.

Objective

Determine the role of sociodemographic factors in improving MetS among adults residing in the Slums of Nairobi, Kenya.

Methods

Adults with MetS participated in this randomized controlled trial study for a period of 12-months. A random assignment was used to place eligible participants in the intervention or control groups. The intervention group received lifestyle intervention that entails not using tobacco products or alcohol, exercising, and adhering to recommended dieta

SUBMITTER: Okube OT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11664520 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature