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Data were collected remotely using a structured, self-administered electronic questionnaire under home-based conditions. Anthropometric measurements, blood pressure, water intake, dietary intake, and urine pH were assessed following standardized instructions provided to participants. Dietary intake was evaluated using repeated 24-hour dietary recalls and analyzed using Food Processor software (ESHA Research, Version 7). Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation analysis, and multiple linear regression models to examine associations between dietary intake, hydration status, and cardiometabolic risk indicators.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec004\">\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Central adiposity was present in 26.6\u201335.5% depending on the index. Elevated diastolic blood pressure was observed in 72.6% of participants. Only 8.9% consumed \u22658 cups of water\/day. Higher energy, sodium, and omega-6 intake were positively associated with systolic blood pressure, while carbohydrate and phosphorus intake showed inverse associations. Energy intake was positively associated with diastolic blood pressure, and urine pH showed weak positive correlations with soluble fiber and thiamin.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec005\">\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Dietary composition and hydration status were significantly associated with blood pressure and urine pH among young Saudi women. Higher energy and sodium intake were associated with higher blood pressure levels, while carbohydrate intake showed inverse associations with blood pressure outcomes. In addition, dietary fiber, selected micronutrients, and unsaturated fatty acids demonstrated variable associations with cardiometabolic risk indicators. Regarding urine pH, energy intake was inversely associated, whereas carbohydrate, omega-6, and magnesium intake showed significant associations. 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