Table 2 Factor loading matrix of nutritional health attitudes and behaviors patterns^a

1.

I am in good health.

0.51

2.

I am satisfied with my weight.

−0.78

3.

Compared to other adults who are my height, I feel my weight is just right.

−0.71

0.45

4.

I have tried to lose or gain weight in the past 12 months.

0.78

5.

I am trying to lose weight now.

0.86

6.

I am on a special kind of diet, either to lose weight or for health-related concerns.

0.60

7.

My eating habits are healthy.

0.81

8.

I usually limit the amount of high-fat foods I consume.

0.78

9.

I usually limit the amount of high-sugar items I consume.

0.72

10.

I usually eat fruits and vegetables daily.

0.57

11.

I am satisfied with the amount of physical activity I get.

0.50

12.

What I eat affects my chances of developing disease.

0.72

13.

People who are overweight have a higher risk of health problems.

0.76

14.

Skipping meals affects my ability to do well in the day.

0.69

15.

I can influence the eating behaviors of migrant head start children.

0.61

21.6

21.4

13.8