Just as a new group of elected officials prepares to work for the American people in the White House, Congress and in political posts across the country, a new survey from the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), Washington, D.C., reveals where the domestic priorities lie for the more than 150 million Americans who take vitamins and other supplements every year.

According to the 2008 CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements, while the economy—not surprisingly—ranks as the highest priority issue for the largest portion of survey respondents, healthcare issues rank among the top two domestic issues for the majority of surveyed supplement users, as 52% ranked healthcare as either the number one or number two domestic issue facing the country; 46% of non-supplement users rank healthcare issues as either first or second.

Supplement users also tend to place an emphasis on health as a priority in their own personal lives, as reflected in their day-to-day habits when it comes to maintaining overall wellness.

“It’s interesting to note that so many who place healthcare issues as a top priority for the country are also doing what they can on an individual level,” said Judy Blatman, senior vice president, Communications. “We’re pleased to see that users of our products are taking an active role in maintaining their own wellness regimen though a combination of healthy habits that include efforts for a balanced diet, taking vitamins and other supplements, and engaging in regular exercise.”