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A study finds Mediterranean diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and fish has repeatedly been found to improve mental health.
Whole grains, nuts, and fish—and low in processed foods (known as the Mediterranean diet) have been repeatedly suggested to have a positive effect on physical health, mental health, and quality of life (QoL). A new randomized controlled trial has repeatedly demonstrated that effect for people with depression. The researchers found that depression scores and quality of life improved in a group with this diet compared to a group receiving only social support.
According to the researchers, "Higher Mediterranean diet scores were significantly associated with lower depression, anxiety, negative affect and better coping and overall QoL."
These findings are consistent with another study published this year, which found that the Mediterranean diet remission depressive symptoms in about 33% of participants—compared to only 8% of the control group. Another study this year suggested that nutritional deficiencies could be related to psychotic experiences as well.
