Perceptions of body size, obesity threat and the willingness to lose weight among black South African adults: a qualitative study

Perceptions of body size, obesity threat and the willingness to lose weight among black South African adults: a qualitative study

Abstract Background The obesity epidemic is associated with rising rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among adults, particularly in countries undergoing rapid urbanisation and nutrition transition. This study explored the perceptions of body size, obesity risk awareness, and the willingness to lo...

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Main Authors: Kufre Joseph Okop, Ferdinand C. Mukumbang, Thubelihle Mathole, Naomi Levitt, Thandi Puoane
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2016-04-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Obesity
Overweight
Weight loss
Weight gain
Body image
Risk perception
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-016-3028-7

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