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

Peter YigaPatrick OgwokJulian AchiengMary Devota AumaJan SeghersChristophe Matthys

Published in: Public health nutrition (2020)

The existing cultural beliefs promote dietary and physical activity behaviours which are divergent from healthy recommendations. Therefore, a comprehensive intervention is needed to address socio-cultural misconceptions, financial and time limitations in urban Uganda.

Keyphrases

physical activity
body mass index
randomized controlled trial
polycystic ovary syndrome
clinical practice
metabolic syndrome
skeletal muscle