Table 1.
Bitter Melon Stages of Change Algorithm*
| Question | Answer | Stage |
|---|---|---|
| Do you currently consume bitter melon at least once every 2 months? | Yes | Action or Maintenance |
| No | Pre-action | |
| Which of the following best describes how long you have consumed bitter melon at least once every 2 months? | <6 months | Action |
| ≥ 6 months | Maintenance | |
| I am not thinking of consuming bitter melon in the future. | Yes | Precontemplation |
| I am thinking of consuming bitter melon in the future. | Yes | Contemplation |
| I am planning to consume bitter melon in the future. | Yes | Preparation |
*Adapted from Chapman-Novakofski [29]