Dietary practices and associated factors among adult diabetic patients at academic tertiary-level hospitals in central Ethiopia: convergent mixed study.

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases worldwide. Despite the existence of national strategies to prevent potential complications, DM-related morbidities and mortality continue to rise in Ethiopia. Although studies have been conducted regarding dietary practices among DM patients in the country, there is a lack of in-depth understanding of the situation.

Dietary Practices and Associated Factors Among Adult Diabetic Patients at Academic Tertiary-Level Hospitals in Central Ethiopia: Convergent Mixed Study.

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most common chronic diseases globally. Despite the presence of national strategies to prevent potential sequelae DM has been associated with increased morbidities and mortality in Ethiopia, and the prevalence appears to be on the rise. Although studies have been conducted among DM patients in the country, there is a lack of information that could allow an in-depth understanding of the situation.