The use of herbal and dietary supplements for COVID-19 prevention: A survey among the public in a Malaysian suburban town.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) may lead people to seek preventative measures. The use of herbal and dietary supplements (HDS) may have become prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aims to identify the prevalence, predictors, and patterns of HDS use for COVID-19 prevention in a sample of the general public in a suburban town in Malaysia.

Methods

An online cross-sectional survey was conducted between May and June 2021 involving adults ≥ 18 years old. Data on the self-reported use of HDS for COVID-19 prevention were collected. Logistic regression analysis was conducted to determine the predictors of HDS use.

Results

Overall, 41.9 % (168/401) reported using HDS to prevent COVID-19. Multivariate analysis showed that HDS use

SUBMITTER: Wahab MSA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10032060 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature