Table 1 presents the weighted prevalence of use of herbal medicines in the 2 weeks prior to the interview as well as the prevalence of use by various sociodemographic characteristics. Overall, 9.8% of the sample reported having used herbal medicine in the 2 weeks prior to the interview; however, rates varied substantially by sociodemographic characteristics. Women were more likely to report the use of herbal medicine than men, and individuals aged 75 and older were more likely to use herbal medicine than younger individuals. Those with 12 years or more of education were less likely to use herbal medicine than individuals with fewer years of education. Rates were also substantially higher among individuals who were not currently married, who lived alone, or who were immigrants. Older adults who reported financial strain were more likely to report herbal
medicine use; however, no significant differences were apparent for insurance coverage.