Intention to Implement a Healthy Lifestyle: Does Acculturation Make a Difference?
Journal Title: Journal of Quality in Health Care & Economics (JQHE) - Year 2019, Vol 2, Issue 6
Abstract
Studies have examined the relationship between acculturation and a healthy lifestyle within a representative population of Latinos. However, few studies describe the impact of acculturation on Latino individuals’ intent to adopt a healthier lifestyle and diet. The purpose of this study was to examine the association between acculturation and intent to change one’s diet and exercise habits to achieve a healthier lifestyle. In a survey administered to 50 Latinos in Perris, California we found that US birth was significantly associated with increased intent to eat healthy (p<.01) and intent to exercise (p<.05), suggesting the need to address acculturation when considering lifestyle recommendations.
Authors and Affiliations
Deshields S, Joachim Celestin M, Lara M, Miller LM, DaCosta Davis SS, Montgomery S and Clarke C*
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- DOI 10.23880/jqhe-16000144
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