Table 5 Bivariate analysis of behavioral causes associated with non-adherence

Missing doses of medication

2

1.50-2.63

< 0.001

Lack of motivation to be cured

1.25

1.05-1.56

0.01

Not having enough time for exercise

1.07

0.9-1.37

0.58

Lack of complying with dietary regimen

1.69

1.3-2.11

< 0.001

Lack of motivation to stop smoking

0.81

0.63-1

0.06