Independent and adjusted risk indicators of heart disease after controlling for age: Reference categories were normal blood pressure, household income ≥ $80 000, being a non-smoker, female sex, and being physically active.
| INDEPENDENT VARIABLE | ODDS RATIO | 95% CI | P VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| High blood pressure | 2.30 | 2.06 to 2.57 | < .001 |
| Household income ≤ $29 999 | 1.92 | 1.70 to 2.16 | < .001 |
| Daily smoker | 1.86 | 1.80 to 1.91 | < .001 |
| Male sex | 1.75 | 1.67 to 1.84 | < .001 |
| Physically inactive | 1.20 | 1.11 to 1.29 | < .001 |