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  1. Article ; Online: The association of the Affordable Care Act with nutrient consumption in adults in the United States.

    Kirk, Hilary / Tufuor, Theresa A / Shaver, Amy L / Nie, Jing / Devarshi, Prasad P / Marshall, Keri / Mitmesser, Susan Hazels / Noyes, Katia

    Frontiers in public health

    2023  Volume 11, Page(s) 1244042

    Abstract: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, more commonly known as the ACA, was legislation passed in the United States in 2010 to expand access to health insurance coverage for millions of Americans with a key emphasis on preventive care. Nutrition ... ...

    Abstract The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, more commonly known as the ACA, was legislation passed in the United States in 2010 to expand access to health insurance coverage for millions of Americans with a key emphasis on preventive care. Nutrition plays a critical role in overall wellness, disease prevention and resilience to chronic illness but prior to the ACA many Americans did not have adequate health insurance coverage to ensure proper nutrition. With passage of the ACA, more individuals received access to nutritional counseling through their primary care physicians as well as prescription vitamins and supplements free of charge. The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of a national health insurance reform on nutrient intake among general population, including more vulnerable low-income individuals and patients with chronic conditions. Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), we identified 8,443 adults aged 21 years and older who participated in the survey before (2011-2012) and after the ACA (2015-2016) implementation and conducted a subgroup analysis of 952 respondents who identified as Medicaid beneficiaries and 719 patients with a history of cancer. Using pre-post study design and bivariate and multivariable logistic analyses, we compared nutrient intake from food and supplementation before and after the ACA and identified risk factors for inadequate intake. Our results suggest that intake of micronutrients found in nutrient-dense foods, mainly fruit and vegetables, has not changed significantly after the ACA. However, overall use of nutritional supplements increased after the ACA (
    MeSH term(s) United States ; Adult ; Humans ; Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ; Nutrition Surveys ; Nutrients ; Vitamins ; Nutritional Status ; Vitamin K
    Chemical Substances Vitamins ; Vitamin K (12001-79-5)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-22
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2711781-9
    ISSN 2296-2565 ; 2296-2565
    ISSN (online) 2296-2565
    ISSN 2296-2565
    DOI 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1244042
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  2. Article ; Online: Socioeconomic Inequalities Impact the Ability of Pregnant Women and Women of Childbearing Age to Consume Nutrients Needed for Neurodevelopment: An Analysis of NHANES 2007-2018.

    Murphy, Rachel / Marshall, Keri / Zagorin, Sandra / Devarshi, Prasad P / Hazels Mitmesser, Susan

    Nutrients

    2022  Volume 14, Issue 18

    Abstract: Adequate consumption of nutrients that support infant neurodevelopment is critical among pregnant women and women of childbearing age. Understanding the potential effects of socioeconomic inequalities on nutrient gaps in these life stages is thus ... ...

    Abstract Adequate consumption of nutrients that support infant neurodevelopment is critical among pregnant women and women of childbearing age. Understanding the potential effects of socioeconomic inequalities on nutrient gaps in these life stages is thus important for informing strategies to mitigate negative health consequences. Usual intake (foods and dietary supplements) of neurodevelopment-related nutrients was determined from 24 h recalls among women of childbearing age and pregnant women (20−44 years) using data from 2007−2018 NHANES. Usual intake was compared across household food security, poverty-to-income ratio (PIR), and household participation in federal food and nutrition assistance programs. Intake of EPA + DHA was universally low with >95% of all women (pregnant and non-pregnant) below the DGA recommendation from foods alone. Women in households that participated in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program had a significantly lower intake of multiple nutrients relative to those who did not participate. For example, 50% had intakes below the estimated average requirement (EAR) for vitamin A (versus 32%), 42% were below the EAR for calcium (versus 33%) and 65% were below the EAR for magnesium (versus 42%). Similar gradients were observed by PIR and household food security, and among pregnant women whereby gaps were more evident in those experiencing socioeconomic inequalities. The use of dietary supplements attenuated shortfalls for most nutrients. These findings highlight a critical need to support the nutritional requirements for women of childbearing age and pregnant women.
    MeSH term(s) Calcium ; Diet ; Female ; Humans ; Infant ; Magnesium ; Nutrients ; Nutrition Surveys ; Nutritional Requirements ; Poverty ; Pregnancy ; Pregnant Women ; Vitamin A
    Chemical Substances Vitamin A (11103-57-4) ; Magnesium (I38ZP9992A) ; Calcium (SY7Q814VUP)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-09-16
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2518386-2
    ISSN 2072-6643 ; 2072-6643
    ISSN (online) 2072-6643
    ISSN 2072-6643
    DOI 10.3390/nu14183823
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  3. Article ; Online: Association of omega-3 levels and sleep in US adults, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2011-2012.

    Murphy, Rachel A / Devarshi, Prasad P / Mun, Jonathan G / Marshall, Keri / Mitmesser, Susan Hazels

    Sleep health

    2022  Volume 8, Issue 3, Page(s) 294–297

    Abstract: Objective: To determine associations between serum long-chain (LC) omega-3 fatty acid levels and sleep parameters among adults (N = 1314) in NHANES 2011-2012.: Methods: Regression analyses accounting for the complex-survey design were used to assess ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To determine associations between serum long-chain (LC) omega-3 fatty acid levels and sleep parameters among adults (N = 1314) in NHANES 2011-2012.
    Methods: Regression analyses accounting for the complex-survey design were used to assess associations between serum LC omega-3 fatty acid levels, sleep duration, difficulty falling sleeping and sleep disorder.
    Results: Overall, 48.6% were male, the mean age was 47.2 years, 5% reported very short sleep, 29% short sleep, 63% normal sleep and 3% long sleep. The sum of LC omega-3 fatty acid levels was lower among adults with short versus normal sleep, although differences were attenuated with adjustment for sociodemographic factors. Relative to normal sleep, adults with very short sleep had lower levels of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and sum of LC omega-3 fatty acids. Differences remained significant (p < .05 for all) with adjustment for sociodemographic factors. No associations were observed with difficulty falling sleeping or sleep disorder.
    Conclusion: Our results suggest that omega-3 fatty acid levels are associated with healthy sleep duration, although, interventions are needed to clarify causality.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Eicosapentaenoic Acid ; Fatty Acids, Omega-3 ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Nutrition Surveys ; Sleep ; Sleep Wake Disorders
    Chemical Substances Fatty Acids, Omega-3 ; Eicosapentaenoic Acid (AAN7QOV9EA)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-10
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2813299-3
    ISSN 2352-7226 ; 2352-7218
    ISSN (online) 2352-7226
    ISSN 2352-7218
    DOI 10.1016/j.sleh.2021.12.003
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  4. Article ; Online: The association of the Affordable Care Act with nutrient consumption in adults in the United States

    Hilary Kirk / Theresa A. Tufuor / Amy L. Shaver / Jing Nie / Prasad P. Devarshi / Keri Marshall / Susan Hazels Mitmesser / Katia Noyes

    Frontiers in Public Health, Vol

    2023  Volume 11

    Abstract: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, more commonly known as the ACA, was legislation passed in the United States in 2010 to expand access to health insurance coverage for millions of Americans with a key emphasis on preventive care. Nutrition ... ...

    Abstract The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, more commonly known as the ACA, was legislation passed in the United States in 2010 to expand access to health insurance coverage for millions of Americans with a key emphasis on preventive care. Nutrition plays a critical role in overall wellness, disease prevention and resilience to chronic illness but prior to the ACA many Americans did not have adequate health insurance coverage to ensure proper nutrition. With passage of the ACA, more individuals received access to nutritional counseling through their primary care physicians as well as prescription vitamins and supplements free of charge. The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of a national health insurance reform on nutrient intake among general population, including more vulnerable low-income individuals and patients with chronic conditions. Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), we identified 8,443 adults aged 21 years and older who participated in the survey before (2011–2012) and after the ACA (2015–2016) implementation and conducted a subgroup analysis of 952 respondents who identified as Medicaid beneficiaries and 719 patients with a history of cancer. Using pre-post study design and bivariate and multivariable logistic analyses, we compared nutrient intake from food and supplementation before and after the ACA and identified risk factors for inadequate intake. Our results suggest that intake of micronutrients found in nutrient-dense foods, mainly fruit and vegetables, has not changed significantly after the ACA. However, overall use of nutritional supplements increased after the ACA (p = 0.05), particularly magnesium (OR = 1.02), potassium (OR = 0.76), vitamin D (both D2, and D3, OR = 1.34), vitamin K (OR = 1.15) and zinc (OR = 0.83), for the general population as well as those in our subgroup analysis Cancer Survivors and Medicaid Recipients. Given the association of increased use of nutritional supplements and expansion of insurance access, ...
    Keywords nutritional supplements ; Affordable Care Act ; cancer ; nutritional status ; National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey ; Public aspects of medicine ; RA1-1270
    Subject code 360
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher Frontiers Media S.A.
    Document type Article ; Online
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  5. Article: Socioeconomic Inequalities Impact the Ability of Pregnant Women and Women of Childbearing Age to Consume Nutrients Needed for Neurodevelopment: An Analysis of NHANES 2007–2018

    Murphy, Rachel / Marshall, Keri / Zagorin, Sandra / Devarshi, Prasad P. / Hazels Mitmesser, Susan

    Nutrients. 2022 Sept. 16, v. 14, no. 18

    2022  

    Abstract: Adequate consumption of nutrients that support infant neurodevelopment is critical among pregnant women and women of childbearing age. Understanding the potential effects of socioeconomic inequalities on nutrient gaps in these life stages is thus ... ...

    Abstract Adequate consumption of nutrients that support infant neurodevelopment is critical among pregnant women and women of childbearing age. Understanding the potential effects of socioeconomic inequalities on nutrient gaps in these life stages is thus important for informing strategies to mitigate negative health consequences. Usual intake (foods and dietary supplements) of neurodevelopment-related nutrients was determined from 24 h recalls among women of childbearing age and pregnant women (20–44 years) using data from 2007–2018 NHANES. Usual intake was compared across household food security, poverty-to-income ratio (PIR), and household participation in federal food and nutrition assistance programs. Intake of EPA + DHA was universally low with >95% of all women (pregnant and non-pregnant) below the DGA recommendation from foods alone. Women in households that participated in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program had a significantly lower intake of multiple nutrients relative to those who did not participate. For example, 50% had intakes below the estimated average requirement (EAR) for vitamin A (versus 32%), 42% were below the EAR for calcium (versus 33%) and 65% were below the EAR for magnesium (versus 42%). Similar gradients were observed by PIR and household food security, and among pregnant women whereby gaps were more evident in those experiencing socioeconomic inequalities. The use of dietary supplements attenuated shortfalls for most nutrients. These findings highlight a critical need to support the nutritional requirements for women of childbearing age and pregnant women.
    Keywords Estimated Average Requirement ; National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey ; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ; calcium ; food security ; magnesium ; neurodevelopment ; vitamin A
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-0916
    Publishing place Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 2518386-2
    ISSN 2072-6643
    ISSN 2072-6643
    DOI 10.3390/nu14183823
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  6. Article ; Online: Acceptability and use of waist-worn physical activity monitors in Jamaican adolescents: lessons from the field.

    Smith, Joanne A / Christie, Sara-Lou / Rockette-Wagner, Bonny / Wilson, Lorraine / Govia, Ishtar O / Facey, Keri-Ann / Tulloch-Reid, Marshall K

    BMC research notes

    2023  Volume 16, Issue 1, Page(s) 3

    Abstract: Objective: We report our experience with a validated waist-worn activity monitor in Jamaican adolescents attending urban high schools. Seventy-nine adolescents from the Global Diet and Activity Research (GDAR) study, recruited from 5 urban Jamaican high ...

    Abstract Objective: We report our experience with a validated waist-worn activity monitor in Jamaican adolescents attending urban high schools. Seventy-nine adolescents from the Global Diet and Activity Research (GDAR) study, recruited from 5 urban Jamaican high schools (two coeducational (n = 37), two all-female schools (n = 32) and one all-boys school (n = 10)) were asked to wear Actigraph wGT3X-BT accelerometers for 7 days (24-h), removing the device only when bathing or swimming. They also logged wake up and bed times in an activity diary. Accelerometry was considered valid if at least 4 days with ≥ 10-h monitor wear were recorded. Validity was compared by adolescent demographic and school characteristics. We also reviewed the students' written feedback on objective physical activity measurement.
    Results: Participants, 80.5% female, had a mean age of 15.5 ± 0.8 years with 60% attending schools in low-income communities. Accelerometer return rates were > 98% with 84% providing valid data. Validity did not vary by age group, sex and school setting. While participants were excited about participating in the accelerometer sub-study, commonly reported challenges included monitor discomfort during sleep and maintaining the study diary. Objective measurement of physical activity using 24-h waist-worn accelerometers is feasible and acceptable in Jamaican adolescents.
    MeSH term(s) Male ; Humans ; Adolescent ; Female ; Jamaica ; Accelerometry ; Fitness Trackers ; Students ; Swimming
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-19
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2413336-X
    ISSN 1756-0500 ; 1756-0500
    ISSN (online) 1756-0500
    ISSN 1756-0500
    DOI 10.1186/s13104-022-06266-y
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  7. Article ; Online: Long-chain omega-3 fatty acid serum concentrations across life stages in the USA

    Rachel A Murphy / Prasad P Devarshi / Shauna Ekimura / Keri Marshall / Susan Hazels Mitmesser

    BMJ Open, Vol 11, Iss

    an analysis of NHANES 2011–2012

    2021  Volume 5

    Abstract: Objective To determine reference ranges of circulating long-chain (LC) omega-3 fatty acids: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in a nationally representative population of Americans. To provide context, ...

    Abstract Objective To determine reference ranges of circulating long-chain (LC) omega-3 fatty acids: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in a nationally representative population of Americans. To provide context, serum concentrations of LC omega-3 were compared with concentrations associated with consuming the recommended amount of EPA and DHA by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) and the Omega-3 Index (EPA+DHA).Design Cross-sectional population-based study.Setting The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2011–2012 cycle.Participants Participants with fatty acids measured in serum: 945 children, age 3–19 years, and 1316 adults, age 20 and older.Main measure Serum EPA, DPA, DHA and sum of LC omega-3 fatty acids expressed as per cent of total fatty acids.Results Among children, mean (SE) serum concentrations of EPA, DHA and omega-3s were 0.28% (0.01), 1.07% (0.02) and 1.75% (0.03). Among adults, mean (SE) of EPA, DHA and omega-3s were 0.61% (0.02), 1.38% (0.05) and 2.43% (0.08), all of which were significantly higher than corresponding serum fatty acid concentrations in children (p<0.001). Despite recommendations for higher intake, pregnant and/or breastfeeding women had mean (SE) EPA, DHA and LC omega-3 concentrations of 0.34% (0.07), 1.52% (0.08) and 2.18% (0.15), which were comparable to women of childbearing age; p=0.17, p=0.10 and p=0.73. Over 95% of children and 68% of adults had LC omega-3 concentrations below those associated with the DGA recommendation. Approximately 89% of adults had an Omega-3 Index in the high cardiovascular risk category.Conclusions Contemporary reference ranges for circulating LC omega-3s are critical for setting public health recommendations. Our findings show the need for continued emphasis on regular consumption of LC omega-3s among Americans, particularly considering the importance of LC omega-3s in cardiovascular health, brain health and development throughout life.
    Keywords Medicine ; R
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-06-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher BMJ Publishing Group
    Document type Article ; Online
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  8. Article ; Online: Long-chain omega-3 fatty acid serum concentrations across life stages in the USA: an analysis of NHANES 2011-2012.

    Murphy, Rachel A / Devarshi, Prasad P / Ekimura, Shauna / Marshall, Keri / Hazels Mitmesser, Susan

    BMJ open

    2021  Volume 11, Issue 5, Page(s) e043301

    Abstract: Objective: To determine reference ranges of circulating long-chain (LC) omega-3 fatty acids: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in a nationally representative population of Americans. To provide ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To determine reference ranges of circulating long-chain (LC) omega-3 fatty acids: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in a nationally representative population of Americans. To provide context, serum concentrations of LC omega-3 were compared with concentrations associated with consuming the recommended amount of EPA and DHA by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) and the Omega-3 Index (EPA+DHA).
    Design: Cross-sectional population-based study.
    Setting: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2011-2012 cycle.
    Participants: Participants with fatty acids measured in serum: 945 children, age 3-19 years, and 1316 adults, age 20 and older.
    Main measure: Serum EPA, DPA, DHA and sum of LC omega-3 fatty acids expressed as per cent of total fatty acids.
    Results: Among children, mean (SE) serum concentrations of EPA, DHA and omega-3s were 0.28% (0.01), 1.07% (0.02) and 1.75% (0.03). Among adults, mean (SE) of EPA, DHA and omega-3s were 0.61% (0.02), 1.38% (0.05) and 2.43% (0.08), all of which were significantly higher than corresponding serum fatty acid concentrations in children (p<0.001). Despite recommendations for higher intake, pregnant and/or breastfeeding women had mean (SE) EPA, DHA and LC omega-3 concentrations of 0.34% (0.07), 1.52% (0.08) and 2.18% (0.15), which were comparable to women of childbearing age; p=0.17, p=0.10 and p=0.73. Over 95% of children and 68% of adults had LC omega-3 concentrations below those associated with the DGA recommendation. Approximately 89% of adults had an Omega-3 Index in the high cardiovascular risk category.
    Conclusions: Contemporary reference ranges for circulating LC omega-3s are critical for setting public health recommendations. Our findings show the need for continued emphasis on regular consumption of LC omega-3s among Americans, particularly considering the importance of LC omega-3s in cardiovascular health, brain health and development throughout life.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Adult ; Child ; Child, Preschool ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Docosahexaenoic Acids ; Fatty Acids ; Fatty Acids, Omega-3 ; Female ; Humans ; Nutrition Surveys ; Pregnancy ; United States ; Young Adult
    Chemical Substances Fatty Acids ; Fatty Acids, Omega-3 ; Docosahexaenoic Acids (25167-62-8)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-05-10
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2599832-8
    ISSN 2044-6055 ; 2044-6055
    ISSN (online) 2044-6055
    ISSN 2044-6055
    DOI 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-043301
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  9. Article ; Online: Inadequate calcium and vitamin D intake and osteoporosis risk in older Americans living in poverty with food insecurities.

    Keri Marshall / Lynn Teo / Christopher Shanahan / LeeCole Legette / Susan Hazels Mitmesser

    PLoS ONE, Vol 15, Iss 7, p e

    2020  Volume 0235042

    Abstract: Poverty may be a barrier to acquiring adequate nutrient levels for the prevention of osteoporosis. Age and nutritional intake are major factors that contribute to osteoporosis prevalence. This study examined the relationship between markers of poverty ... ...

    Abstract Poverty may be a barrier to acquiring adequate nutrient levels for the prevention of osteoporosis. Age and nutritional intake are major factors that contribute to osteoporosis prevalence. This study examined the relationship between markers of poverty with calcium / vitamin D intake and osteoporosis. A cross-sectional analysis of the United States population was performed using National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data from 2007-2010 and 2013-2014 for older US adults (n = 3,901 participants, 50 years old and older). Odds of inadequate calcium / vitamin D intake and dietary supplement use and risk of probable osteoporosis were calculated in order to determine the relative difference and possible associations between household income, the Family Monthly Poverty Level Index, food security, and participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). A sub-analysis of ethnic disparities and biological sex was also performed. In general, women age 50 and older consistently have inadequate calcium intake, regardless of economic level including poverty. While inadequate calcium intake has a larger prevalence among women, markers of poverty increased the risk of inadequate calcium intake in all men and risk of osteoporosis among some subgroups, with the exception of SNAP program participation. Over one fourth of Non-Hispanic black men in the US are below the poverty line. Approximately half of this population has inadequate calcium (58.9%) and vitamin D (46.7%) intake. Typically, osteoporosis risk is relatively low for Non-Hispanic Black males, however considering poverty status, risk is significantly increased (Relative Risk Ratio [RR]: 2.057 ± 0.012) for those with low income suggesting that calcium and vitamin D supplementation may be of benefit for this population.
    Keywords Medicine ; R ; Science ; Q
    Subject code 360
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher Public Library of Science (PLoS)
    Document type Article ; Online
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  10. Article ; Online: Inadequate calcium and vitamin D intake and osteoporosis risk in older Americans living in poverty with food insecurities.

    Marshall, Keri / Teo, Lynn / Shanahan, Christopher / Legette, LeeCole / Mitmesser, Susan Hazels

    PloS one

    2020  Volume 15, Issue 7, Page(s) e0235042

    Abstract: Poverty may be a barrier to acquiring adequate nutrient levels for the prevention of osteoporosis. Age and nutritional intake are major factors that contribute to osteoporosis prevalence. This study examined the relationship between markers of poverty ... ...

    Abstract Poverty may be a barrier to acquiring adequate nutrient levels for the prevention of osteoporosis. Age and nutritional intake are major factors that contribute to osteoporosis prevalence. This study examined the relationship between markers of poverty with calcium / vitamin D intake and osteoporosis. A cross-sectional analysis of the United States population was performed using National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data from 2007-2010 and 2013-2014 for older US adults (n = 3,901 participants, 50 years old and older). Odds of inadequate calcium / vitamin D intake and dietary supplement use and risk of probable osteoporosis were calculated in order to determine the relative difference and possible associations between household income, the Family Monthly Poverty Level Index, food security, and participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). A sub-analysis of ethnic disparities and biological sex was also performed. In general, women age 50 and older consistently have inadequate calcium intake, regardless of economic level including poverty. While inadequate calcium intake has a larger prevalence among women, markers of poverty increased the risk of inadequate calcium intake in all men and risk of osteoporosis among some subgroups, with the exception of SNAP program participation. Over one fourth of Non-Hispanic black men in the US are below the poverty line. Approximately half of this population has inadequate calcium (58.9%) and vitamin D (46.7%) intake. Typically, osteoporosis risk is relatively low for Non-Hispanic Black males, however considering poverty status, risk is significantly increased (Relative Risk Ratio [RR]: 2.057 ± 0.012) for those with low income suggesting that calcium and vitamin D supplementation may be of benefit for this population.
    MeSH term(s) Calcium, Dietary/therapeutic use ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Dietary Supplements ; Female ; Food Supply ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Nutritional Status ; Osteoporosis/etiology ; Osteoporosis/prevention & control ; Poverty ; Risk Factors ; Vitamin D/therapeutic use ; Vitamins/therapeutic use
    Chemical Substances Calcium, Dietary ; Vitamins ; Vitamin D (1406-16-2)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-07-08
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ISSN 1932-6203
    ISSN (online) 1932-6203
    DOI 10.1371/journal.pone.0235042
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