Table 3 Peer supporter characteristics
Characteristic | Important? n (%) | Males n (%) | Females n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Similar age to you | 16 (25) | 7 (28) | 9 (23) |
Similar gender to you | 16 (25) | 5 (20) | 11 (28) |
Lives in the same area as you | 15 (23) | 5 (20) | 10 (25) |
Has successfully made the recommended changes to their diet | 54 (83) | 20 (80) | 34 (85) |
Is like you and wants to make similar changes to their diet. | 46 (71) | 18 (72) | 28 (70) |
Has expert dietary knowledge | 47 (72) | 17 (68) | 30 (75) |
Is someone you already know | 7 (11) | 4 (16) | 3 (8) |