Categories/Themes | Sub-Themes |
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Lay beliefs of T2D | |
 Perceptions of diabetes | Initial stages of T2D create inconvenience to lifestyle |
Complications from T2D can impact QoL | |
Progression of diabetes is slow | |
 Source of perceptions | Expert knowledge has limited influence |
Influence of the media’s portrayal of characters with diabetes | |
Personal encounters with people living with T2D | |
Subjective interpretation of how T2D impact lives | |
 Relational identity between food and T2D | Perceived susceptibility directly correlated to sugary food intake |
Restriction of diet in relation to Singapore’s food culture | |
Convenience and cost of unhealthy vs healthy food | |
Practicing preventative behaviours | |
 Perceived losses from healthy eating in T2D prevention | Interaction with food during gatherings and celebrations |
Pleasure derived from food consumption | |
Influence of food on social identity | |
 Perceived gains from physical activity in T2D prevention | Exercise desirable despite challenges |
Immediate observable benefits of exercise | |
Self-improvement by tracking progress |