An apple a day: Protective associations between nutrition and the mental health of immigrants in Canada

Emerson, Scott D.; Carbert, Nicole

doi:10.1007/s00127-018-1616-9

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“…This may be explained by the fact that the MEDAS questionnaire does not discriminate between types of fruits consumed. Studies have confirmed that eating an apple a day has positive effects on mood [ 89 ], but other fruits having high levels of fructose have depressive effects on both animal models [ 90 ] and human models [ 91 ].…”

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The Relationship between Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet, Intake of Specific Foods and Depression in an Adult Population (45–75 Years) in Primary Health Care. A Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study

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Background: The relationship between the quality of the diet and the adherence to the Mediterranean diet with the presence of persistent or recurrent depressive symptoms have been described. The objective of this study is to analyze the relationship between adherence to the Mediterranean diet and the intake of specific foods in primary care patients aged 45 to 75, having subclinical or major depression. The study also specifically analyzes this relationship in individuals suffering from chronic diseases. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted. 3062 subjects met the inclusion criteria from the EIRA study. Sociodemographic variables, clinical morbidity, depression symptomatology (PHQ-9) and adherence to Mediterranean diet (MEDAS) were collected. Results: Being female, younger, with a higher BMI, consuming more than 1 serving of red meat a day and drinking more than one carbonated or sugary drink daily, not consuming 3 servings of nuts a week and not eating 2 vegetables cooked in olive oil a week are predictors of having higher depressive symptomatology. Conclusions: Assessing the type of diet of patients presenting depressive symptoms and promoting adherence to a healthy diet is important, especially in patients with chronic diseases. However, depression is a very complex issue and the relationship between nutrition and depression must be further examined.

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The Relationship between Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet, Intake of Specific Foods and Depression in an Adult Population (45–75 Years) in Primary Health Care. A Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study

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“…Emerson and Carbert showed in their large sample of immigrants in Canada that a higher intake of vegetables and fruit was associated with lower odds of having psychiatric disorders, lower levels of distress, and higher levels of self-rated good mental health. Furthermore, these protective findings for nutrition and mental health were independent of sociodemographic, physical health, and health behavior such as physical activity and alcohol consumption [65].…”

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What Predicts Stable Mental Health in the 18–29 Age Group Compared to Older Age Groups? Results from the Stockholm Public Health Cohort 2002–2014

Winzer

Sorjonen

Lindberg

2018

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Mental health has decreased in young people since the 1990s, and mental health promotion is an urgent matter. A first step is to identify which social determinants could be of importance for intervention. We used the Stockholm Public Health Cohort, a longitudinal population-based health survey, completed by 31,000 inhabitants in the Stockholm County. We focused on the 18–29 age group, n = 3373 (60% females, 40% males) and aimed at assessing which social determinants predict stable mental health, measured as scoring <3 points on the General Health Questionnaire 12 at all time points: 2002, 2007, 2010, and 2014. Forty-six percent of males and 36% of females reported stable mental health. Among the 17 predictors on sociodemographics, socioeconomics, social capital, health behavior, and victimization, six predicted stable mental health in the following order: occupation and especially employment, emotional support, male gender, being born in Sweden, absence of financial strain, and consumption of fruit and berries. In the 30–84 age group, 66% males and 55% females reported stable mental health. Nine determinants in the following rank predicted stable mental health: absence of financial strain, occupation and especially being self-employed, emotional support, male gender, physical activity, instrumental support, interpersonal trust, community trust, and absence of hazardous alcohol consumption. Interaction analysis showed significant difference between the younger and older group regarding physical activity and absence of financial strain with importance being higher for the older group. Our findings indicate that the determinants of health differ across the life-course with fewer predictors related to social capital and health behavior in the younger group compared to the older. We conclude that health-promoting interventions should be lifespan-sensitive.

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“…High adherence to dietary recommendations was in several studies showing a significant protective effect against depression and depressive symptoms, and studied in different populations based on origin, age, and gender [19,21,[24][25][26]30,31,36]. High adherence to dietary advice was associated with a significantly reduced risk of developing depressive symptoms in first-time mothers in Australia [30].…”

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“…A significant risk increased for depressive symptoms with a diet consisting of a Western diet was measured at a 41% increase in the same study. Recommendations of a healthy diet and intake of fruits and vegetables have shown significant protective effects for mental illness among immigrants in Canada and a higher intake of fruit and vegetables was associated with 19%-23% of improved mental health [26].…”

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Evidence of the Importance of Dietary Habits Regarding Depressive Symptoms and Depression

Ljungberg

Bondza

Lethin

2020

IJERPH

101

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Background: Mental illness is one of the fastest rising threats to public health, of which depression and anxiety disorders are increasing the most. Research shows that diet is associated with depressive symptoms or depression (depression). Aim: This study aimed to investigate the diets impact on depression, by reviewing the scientific evidence for prevention and treatment interventions. Method: A systematic review was conducted, and narrative synthesis analysis was performed. Result: Twenty scientific articles were included in this review. The result showed that high adherence to dietary recommendations; avoiding processed foods; intake of anti-inflammatory diet; magnesium and folic acid; various fatty acids; and fish consumption had a depression. Public health professionals that work to support and motivate healthy eating habits may help prevent and treat depression based on the evidence presented in the results of this study. Further research is needed to strengthen a causal relationship and define evidence-based strategies to implement in prevention and treatment by public healthcare.

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An apple a day: Protective associations between nutrition and the mental health of immigrants in Canada

Cited by 24 publications

References 40 publications

The Relationship between Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet, Intake of Specific Foods and Depression in an Adult Population (45–75 Years) in Primary Health Care. A Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study

The Relationship between Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet, Intake of Specific Foods and Depression in an Adult Population (45–75 Years) in Primary Health Care. A Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study

What Predicts Stable Mental Health in the 18–29 Age Group Compared to Older Age Groups? Results from the Stockholm Public Health Cohort 2002–2014

Evidence of the Importance of Dietary Habits Regarding Depressive Symptoms and Depression

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