depression

Depression risk spikes for those who eat these unhealthy foods, a study finds: No coincidence

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Depression risk spikes for those who eat these unhealthy foods, a study finds: No coincidence

That bag of chips or slice of frozen pizza might make you happy while you’re eating it, but it might make you more susceptible to sadness long after the last bite. A new study published in the journal JAMA Open Network found that eating “ultra-processed” foods can contribute to higher risk of depression. Researchers from … Read more

These seven healthy lifestyle factors help prevent depression, a new study suggests

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These seven healthy lifestyle factors help prevent depression, a new study suggests

Open this photo in gallery: Previous research has found that an unhealthy lifestyle can affect depression risk by increasing inflammation.fizkes/iStockPhoto/Getty Images There is growing interest in how lifestyle factors, traditionally linked to physical health, may also be related to mental health. Eating a healthy diet, being physically active, getting adequate sleep and not smoking, for … Read more