Table 1. Outline of the integrated NIPPON DATA2010 dataset, variables, and their original surveys.

NIPPON DATA2010 specific data (November 2010)

History and treatment of hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and dyslipidemia

Activity of daily living

Educational attainment

Questions for depressive mood (K6)

Knowledge of symptoms/implications of stroke, CHD, and CVD risk factors.

Normal physical activity level (breakdown of 24 hr by Mets categories)

Menopausal status (for women)

Biomarkers (BNP, high sensitivity CRP, urinary Cre, Na, K, and albumin)

Electrocardiogram reading by Minnesota codes

National Health and Nutrition Survey 2010 (November 2010)

Anthropometric measurements

Biomarkers (blood cell counts and blood biochemistry)

Blood pressure

Lifestyle questionnaire

History of stroke, CHD, and renal disease

Engaged in lifestyle modifications

Dental health habits

Smoking habit (including passive smoking)

Drinking habit

History of CVD risk factors

Results from the dietary survey (one-day semi-weighing dietary record)

Food intake (99 foods, per day)

Nutrient intake (42 nutrients, per day)

Comprehensive Survey of Living Conditions 2010 (June 2010)

Household survey

Household composition

Number of household members, marital status, offspring, multigenerational household

Housing (rented/owned, detached/apartment)

Household expenditure

Medical insurance, public pension

Occupation (type of job, size of company)

Health status survey

Subjective symptoms (43 symptoms)

Medical treatment (39 diseases)

Physical impairments affecting daily life

Subjective sense of well-being

Questions for depressive mood (K6)

Physical check-up

Cancer screening

CHD, coronary heart disease; CVD, cardiovascular disease; BNP, brain natriuretic peptide; CRP, C-reactive protein.