Volume : IX, Issue : VI, June - 2020

Effectiveness of tailored lifestyle modification on Dietary behaviour among the subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus residing at rural area in Tamilnadu

Mrs. R. Praveena, Dr. Mrs. Karaline Karunagari

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Background Of the study: Finding effective methods to reach and influence behavior change among the individuals with type 2 diabetes in rural area is a public health challenge. Hence, the tailored approach of lifestyle modification increases comprehension related to dietary behaviours and offers an individualized version so the individuals are motivated to change . Objective: objective was to assess the effectiveness of tailored lifestyle modification in terms of dietary behaviours among the subjects with type 2 diabetes residing in selected rural area. Materials and Methods: A quasi experimental study was conducted among 76 subjects residing at selected rural area. Baseline characteristics were elucidated and the subjects had to recall the dietary practices in the preceding week and mark in the column that reflects their practices. Small and multiple changes were initiated that was tailored based on availability, accessibility, financial ability and need of the individual and the changes were assessed at the end of 12 weeks. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: Maximum improvement was noted on aspect of taking 3 large meals than taking 6 small meals. Minimum improvement was noted in reading of food labels and taking meals at regular timin

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EFFECTIVENESS OF TAILORED LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION ON DIETARY BEHAVIOUR AMONG THE SUBJECTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS RESIDING AT RURAL AREA IN TAMILNADU, Mrs. R. Praveena, Dr. Mrs. Karaline Karunagari INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH : Volume-9 | Issue-6 | June-2020

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