Fava beans could boost mood and ease depression, according to a scientist. She shared her 3 favorite ways to eat them.

Fava beans contain levodopa, a compound linked to dopamine production, which may alleviate symptoms of depression, particularly anhedonia, according to emerging research.

Mohd-Radzman indicates that 70% of those with depression experience anhedonia, and a recent study suggests l-dopa can ease this inability to feel pleasure.

Current research highlights a potential link between fava beans and improved mental health, as they may help with symptoms of depression through their levodopa content.

The research associate is initiating a trial on fava beans and aims to investigate their effect on depression over the next two years.

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