Globally, depression is a major public health concern. According to the World Health Organisation it is the largest contributor to non-fatal burden of disease, with more than 80% of this burden represented across low- and middle-income countries.
A growing body of evidence suggests that dietary behaviours – in particular higher consumption of fruit and vegetables – may be important in reducing the risk of depression.
New research led by Post Doctoral Fellow Annabel Matison from UNSW Sydney’s Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) has for the first time addressed the lack of research evidence that exists for older adults or for people in low- to middle-income countries.
Read more: Research suggests higher intake of fruit reduces development of depression (unsw.edu.au)
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