Table 3.
Knowledge assessment
| Knowledge Questions | Correct response n=315 (%) |
|---|---|
| Obesity is the leading preventable cause of death | 134 (43.5) |
| Fat accumulation is the reason for obesity when compared to muscle, body water or bone weight | 228 (72.4) |
| Obesity can increase the risk of diabetes mellitus | 197 (62.5) |
| Obesity can increase the risk of hypertension | 223 (70.8) |
| Obesity can increase the risk of MI | 132 (41.9) |
| Obesity can increase the risk of stroke | 231 (73.3) |
| Overeating causes obesity | 207 (65.7) |
| LPA causes obesity | 201 (63.8) |
| Obesity has a genetic predisposition | 125 (39.7) |
| Eating rice increases body weight | 99 (31.4) |
| Women are at higher risk of developing obesity | 102 (32.4) |
| Carbohydrates lead to obesity | 61 (19.4) |
| The fibre content in food helps counter weight gain | 47 (14.9) |
| Fat deposition around organs of the abdomen has the highest risk | 142 (45.1) |
| Exercising regularly is the best method to maintain a normal weight when compared to skipping meals | 162 (51.4) |
MI=Myocardial infarction, LPA=Low physical activity