Knowledge, attitude and practice in food values, exercise and daily behaviour in obese children at out-patient clinic of Siriraj Hospital.

ABSTRACT

An analysis of questionaires taken from 20 cases of childhood obesity in the out-patient clinic of Siriraj Hospital showed these patients lacked in knowledge about food value, exercise, daily behaviour which are contributing factors. Their attitudes towards dietary control, exercise and active asctivity were also negative. In term of practice. these patients were fond of various kinds of foods, inactive in physical exercise and household routine work. We can use this preliminary report as a guideline for treating these patients, by changing or improving their knowledge, attitude and practices in food values. Exercise and daily behaviour.