Table 5 Dietary practice of study participants: Bahir Dar Felege Hiwot Referral Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia April, 2018. (n = 539)
Question | Yes n (%) | No n (%) | Undecided n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Do you usually eat washed raw vegetables more than cooked vegetables? | 149(27.6) | 338(62.7) | 52(9.6) |
Do you know your nutritional needs differ from non-HIV positive persons so you made an effort to eat a balanced diet? | 300(55.7) | 195(36.2) | 44(8.2) |
Do you usually eat fruits? | 160(29.7) | 273(50.6) | 106(19.7) |
Do you eat balanced meals regularly? | 127(23.6) | 289(53.6) | 123(22.8) |
Do you maintain good nutrition despite your income? | 147(27.3) | 250(46.4) | 142(26.3) |
Do you take herbs along with your drugs? | 38(7.1) | 483(89.6) | 18(3.3) |
Do you eat a variety of foods in moderation? | 267(49.5) | 220(40.8) | 52(9.6) |
Do you engage in good eating habits in order to maintain your overall health? | 247(45.8) | 214(39.7) | 78(14.5) |
Over all dietary practice score | |||
Poor | 17(3.2) | ||
Average | 358(66.4) | ||
Good | 164(30.4) | ||