The Influence of Ethnic and Mainstream Cultures on African Americans’ Health Behaviors: A Qualitative Study

The Influence of Ethnic and Mainstream Cultures on African Americans’ Health Behaviors: A Qualitative Study

Background: Culture plays an important role in shaping individuals’ health behaviors. This qualitative research examines the relationship between African Americans’ ethnic and mainstream cultures and their health behaviors (i.e., food intake and physical activity). Methods: This study used in-depth...

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Main Authors: Ewelina M. Swierad, Lenny R. Vartanian, Marlee King
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-08-01
Series:Behavioral Sciences
Subjects:
culture
health
ethnic culture
mainstream culture
health behaviors
picking and choosing
healthy makeovers
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-328X/7/3/49

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