The use of dietary supplements for mental health among the Saudi population: A cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Despite limited evidence about the efficacy and safety of dietary supplements (DSs) for improving mental health, people with or without mental disorders often tend to use them, especially during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Previous studies focused on DS use for maintaining or improving overall health; Therefore, this study aimed to assess the prevalence of DSs for mental health among the SA population and to determine the factors that affect their use.

Methods

This cross-sectional study was based on an online survey of Saudi Arabian participants between July and August 2021 with an anonymous, self-completed questionnaire distributed using convenience sampling. The questionnaire included queries related to demographic information, DS use assessment, and mental

SUBMITTER: Alateeq D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9257885 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature