New research published in BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health reveals that following restrictive diets, particularly those low in calories, is associated with increased depressive symptoms, particularly among overweight men. The study analyzed data from 28,525 adult participants, showing that while healthy diets rich in whole foods seem protective against depression, calorie-restrictive diets may pose risks to mental well-being. The findings call for a reevaluation of diet patterns followed for health reasons, as they could inadvertently exacerbate depression in vulnerable populations.
Research published in BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health indicates that restrictive diets, especially low in calories, can lead to increased depressive symptoms in overweight men.
The findings emphasize that a diet rich in minimally processed foods can lower depression risk, while restrictive diets may have detrimental mental health effects.
Out of 28,525 participants, around 8% reported depressive symptoms, highlighting a notable connection between dietary patterns and mental health.
The study raises questions about the mental health implications of various diet patterns, suggesting that diets designed for weight loss could inadvertently increase depressive symptoms.
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