Perceived barriers and facilitators of using dietary modification for CKD prevention among African Americans of low socioeconomic status: A qualitative study

Abstract

Background: Factors influencing the use of dietary interventions for modification of CKD risk among African Americans have not been well-explored. We assessed perceived barriers and facilitators of CKD prevention through dietary modifications among African Americans with low socioeconomic status (SES) and at high risk for CKD. Methods: We conducted a qualitative study involving three 90 minute focus groups of low SES (limited education, unemployed, uninsured, or income