Adherence to the Alternate Mediterranean Diet and Multidimensional Sleep Health Among United States Adults from the 2017–2018 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: Exploring Racial/Ethnic Disparities

Key Points

• Better adherence to the Mediterranean diet correlates with improved sleep duration among adults, especially minorities.
• Data from the 2017–2018 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey indicates significant racial disparities in sleep health outcomes.
• Analysis highlights the need for longitudinal studies to further explore dietary interventions and sleep health connections.
• Cultural and social context should be considered in diet and sleep research to effectively support minority populations.