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Background:

There is scant information on the facilitators and inhibitors of health-promoting behaviors among reproductive-aged Iranian women. This study aims to explore the experience of factors influencing health-promoting behaviors among Iranian women of reproductive age from a qualitative perspective.

Methods:

This study was performed in Tehran in 2011, over about 8 months. Qualitative methods, specifically in-depth interviews, were used to gather data on 15 women of reproductive age. Data continued to be collected until introduction of new information ceased. The interviews were recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed by conventional content analysis.

Results:

The reported factors were categorized into four main groups and 12 subgroups:(1) personal barriers (lack of time, school or work duties, lack of preparation or motivation, physical disability);(2) socio-environmental barriers (family …