Association between Healthy Eating Index 2015 and albuminuria in US adults with hypertension: a cross-sectional analysis of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2007-2020.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Albuminuria is a critical prognostic indicator for adverse outcomes (eg, chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular events) in adults with hypertension. While healthy dietary patterns are linked to improved renal and cardiovascular health, the association between overall healthy eating (assessed by a comprehensive index) and albuminuria in this population remains insufficiently investigated.

Objective

This study aimed to explore the association between the Healthy Eating Index 2015 (HEI-2015) and albuminuria in US adults with hypertension using National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2007-2020 data.

Methods

This was a cross-sectional analysis of data from the NHANES 2007-2020. Participants aged ≥20 years with hypertension defined in accordance

SUBMITTER: Chen Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12612730 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature