Table 3 Factor loading matrix of CVD-KAP29

1: Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in Iran.

2: Physical activity can prevent cardiovascular disease.

3: Daily eating of fruits and vegetables has a beneficial effect on cardiovascular health.

4: The history of cardiovascular disease in the family (father, mother, sister, or brother) can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.

5: There is a higher risk of cardiovascular disease in people who are overweight or obese.

6: Using tobacco (cigarettes, hookah, pipe, etc.) can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.

7: Consumption of salty and canned foods increases the risk of rising blood pressure.

8: Controlling blood glucose and the prevention of diabetes can reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications.

9: Controlling high blood pressure is vital to prevent myocardial infarction.

10: Feeling of pain, pressure, or burning in the chest can be a symptom of a heart attack.

11: Feeling of pain or sudden discomfort in the jaw, neck, between the two scapulas, shoulders, or arms and stomach area can be a symptom of a heart attack.

12: Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arms, or legs muscles can be signs of a stroke.

13: I believe that I should have physical activity to have a healthy life.

14: I believe that I should try to walk to go to nearer destinations instead of going by taxi or bus.

15: I believe that using any tobacco (cigarette, hookah, pipe, etc.) is harmful to health.

16: I believe that having an appropriate weight (not overweight or obesity) helps keep me healthy.

17: I believe that I must consume less fatty foods to maintain health.

18: I believe that daily consumption of 2 to 4 units of fruit and 3 to 5 units of raw or cooked vegetables is beneficial for my health.

19: I believe that uncontrolled blood glucose in diabetic patients can cause myocardial infarction.

22: I believe that I should control my stress and mental pressure to prevent myocardial infarction.

21: I believe that I should consume less salt to prevent high blood pressure.

22: I believe that consuming fish meat at least two times a week is beneficial for cardiovascular health.

23: Do you have intense physical activity such as running, carrying heavy loads, drilling, and ... at least 30 min a day during the week?

24: Do you have moderate physical activity such as fast walking or carrying light loads at least 30 min a day during the week?

25: Do you have 2 to 4 units of fruit and 3 to 5 units of raw or cooked vegetables in your daily diet plan?

26: What oil do you usually use more for cooking?

27: What oil do you use more for frying foods?

28: Do you add salt to your food at the table?

29: Do you currently use any tobacco products (cigarette, hookah, pipe, etc.)?

30: Do you take your medications according to your doctor’s prescription if you have any chronic illness such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, or high blood lipids?

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