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Food Insecurity and Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome–Related Conditions Among US Adults, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2015–2020
ORIGINAL RESEARCH — Volume 23 — August 27, 2026
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| No. of CVDs | Odds ratio (95% CI) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.61 (1.23–2.1) |
| 2 | 2.07 (1.43–3.04) |
| 3 | 2.54 (1.41–4.56) |
| 4 | 3.93 (1.91–8.08) |
| 5 | 2.70 (0.51–14.21) |
Figure. Cumulative association of CVDs with food insecurity, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2015–2020. Abbreviation: CVD, cardiovascular disease.
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