A positive association between food insecurity and the prevalence of overactive bladder in U.S. adults.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aims to examine the correlation between overactive bladder (OAB) and food insecurity.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional analysis utilizing extensive population data derived from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2007-2018. The status of Household food insecurity is evaluated by the US Food Security Survey Module. To explore the relationship between food insecurity and OAB, three multivariable logistic regression models were carried out. Additionally, interaction and stratified analyses were also performed to find whether some factors have the potential to alter the correlation.

Results

There were 29,129 participants enrolled in the study. Compared to the other three groups, individuals with full food security exhibited a lo

SUBMITTER: Xiao Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10870421 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature