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Table 1 Bitter Melon Stages of Change Algorithm*

From: Strategies to improve palatability and increase consumption intentions for Momordica charantia(bitter melon): A vegetable commonly used for diabetes management

Question

Answer

Stage

Do you currently consume bitter melon at least once every 2 months?

Yes

Action or Maintenance

 

No

Pre-action

Which of the following best describes how long you have consumed bitter melon at least once every 2 months?

<6 months

Action

 

≥ 6 months

Maintenance

I am not thinking of consuming bitter melon in the future.

Yes

Precontemplation

I am thinking of consuming bitter melon in the future.

Yes

Contemplation

I am planning to consume bitter melon in the future.

Yes

Preparation

  1. *Adapted from Chapman-Novakofski [29]
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Nutrition Journal

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