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Dietary supplement use by reason - U.S. adults by gender 2017

Top reasons for dietary supplement use among U.S. adults as of 2017, by gender

The data illustrates the various reasons for dietary supplement usage among U.S. adults by gender, based on the CRN Consumer survey in 2017. Among female U.S. adults who used supplements, some 28% reported using dietary supplements to improve bone health.

Overall health/wellness benefits 42 50
Energy 33
Heart health 26
Immune health 26
Fill nutrient gaps 26 34
Bone health 28