A new study that a diet rich in ultra-processed foods and refined carbohydrates may the risk of depression and other mental health conditions. The research has been in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Kristin Kirkpatrick, a nutritional psychologist and registered dietitian, said there "a tremendous amount of high-quality data food to beneficial (or worsening) mental health outcomes". Ms Kirkpatrick people to the amount of sugary and low-fibre food they eat to the chances of mood disorders. She wrote: "Limits should made on sugar, refined grains, ultra-processed foods, and alcohol."
Ms Kirkpatrick also people to their intake of high-fibre and fermented foods. She said the plant-based Mediterranean diet has been to be effective in reducing depression. She said the diet "omega-3 fatty acids, colourful plants like berries, extra virgin olive oil, leafy greens, and lean sources of protein". She that the diet "has been shown to with both depression and anxiety". Related research from Professor Felice Jacka at Deakin University in Australia Ms Kirkpatrick's findings. Dr Jacka said , probiotic foods may brain-related biology and to more positive moods and enhanced learning.
