Question

. Red meat consumption is common in the United States. For the purposes of this question, assume that 28% of the population consumes the equivalent of three or more 12 oz. of red meat per week. A study conducted to evaluate the association between red meat consumption and risk of hypertension. At baseline, participants were asked about their typical red meat consumption, and individuals who reported consuming three or more 12 oz of red meat per week were considered exposed. Participants were followed up for six years, and the following data was obtained.

G: Name the study design of the excerpt provided above.

Answer 1

Prospective study design:
This study design involves observation of outcome, development of the disease, risk factors during the study period, it involves cohort subjects and observes the subject over a long period follow-up. prospective investigated red meat intake as a risk factor for hypertension. this study facilitates the investigation with larger group people meat intake associated with chronic disease.