Diet and Mental Health: Exploring the Connection

This chapter examines the Helios healthy life study, which links dietary patterns, particularly high sugar and saturated fat intake, to depressive symptoms. It highlights key findings from the PHQ-9 assessment and discusses the implications of diet on mental health, including the positive impacts of the Mediterranean diet. The chapter also contrasts the effects of dietary interventions with traditional treatments like psychotherapy and antidepressants, advocating for a comprehensive approach to mental well-being.