Correlation analysis between Hypertension and Dietary Supplements intake in Koreans: Report Based on Korean National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey (KNHANES)

Abstract

Background/Objectives: The purpose of this study was to provide basic data for preparing an appropriate and correct dietary supplement management program by examining the correlation between hypertension and dietary supplements intake. Methods/Statistical analysis: Using the 2019 KNHANES VIII-1 data, the prevalence of hypertension and the intake of dietary supplements for 2 weeks in the past year were statistically analyzed by age, sex, house income and education level. Findings: High blood pressure was the highest with ' Yes ' at 18.9%, and ' No ' at 1.0%. A person with a ‘yes’ of hypertension took dietary supplements for at least 2 weeks in the past year (58.6%). Improvements/Applications: Based on this study, we intend to use it as a guideline for follow-up studies on the High Blood Pressure and whether dietary supplements are consumed according to the guidelines of education on the recognition of the benefits and harms of diseases.