The prevalence and clustering of four major lifestyle risk factors in an English adult population

摘要: Background The aim of this study was to examine the clustering four major lifestyle risk factors (smoking, heavy drinking, lack fruit and vegetables consumption, physical activity), variation across different socio-demographic groups in English adult population. Methods The population derived from 2003 Health Survey for England (n = 11,492). Clustering examined by comparing observed expected prevalence possible combinations. A multinomial multilevel regression model conducted factors. Results The found that, when using British health recommendations, a majority have multiple at same time. both ends spectrum more pronounced women than men. Overall, were prevalent among men, lower social class households, singles, people who are economically inactive, but less homeowners older age groups. Conclusions The provides support multiple-behavior interventions as opposed single-behavior interventions.