摘要：Health related behaviors are of concern in the Mexican American community because of the prevalence of disease, such as diabetes, hypertension and cancer. Poor nutrition and a lack of physical activity are behaviors which contribute to these diseases. Training regarding health related behaviors associated with nutrition and physical activity was attended by 11 individuals from low income areas who were Mexican American. Results indicate most did understand the importance of diet and exercise in controlling these diseases. Most were motivated to change their eating and exercise habits as a result of the training they attended.
关键词：nutrition; physical activity; Mexican Americans; health behavior
