Angela U. Ekwonye

Perceived Multi-Level Diabetes Protective and Risk Factors Associated with Food and Dietary Acculturation Patterns Among East African Immigrants in the United States

Background: Upon arrival in a new country, immigrants have lower body mass index (BMI), and are less likely to be overweight and obese than natives. However, longer residence is associated with higher BMI, partly attributed to adoption of unhealthy diets and dietary habits. Overw...