Table 6 Instrument of health beliefs for patients with type 2 diabetes type 2 diabetes mellitus

1. I think my diabetes is controlled.

2. I think that if my glucose is out of control I have the risk of suffering from some complication of diabetes.

3. I think that if I have any complication of diabetes it could be serious.

4. I believe that being overweight puts me at risk for the complications of diabetes.

5. I believe that having high blood cholesterol can cause health problems.

6. I consider that I follow a diet that allows me to take care of my diabetes.

7. I think it is very difficult to reach a healthy weight.

8. I think a poor diet is likely to lead to the development of diabetes complications.

9. I believe that exercise helps take care of my glucose levels (blood sugar).

10. I think I would lose weight if I had fewer occupations in the day.

11. I think that due to lack of exercise I can develop complications of diabetes.

12. I believe that because of my daily activities it is difficult for me to follow an exercise program.

13. I believe that due to lack of time it is difficult for me to stick to a diet for my diabetes.

14. I consider that I have the support of my family to follow a diet that controls my diabetes.

15. I think I need more income to follow a diet that controls my diabetes.