Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health Citrus & Your Mood: How Oranges Can Fight Depression
Apr 15, 2025
Discover how citrus fruits can significantly reduce depression risk by nurturing gut health. Research reveals that regular consumption may cut depression risk by 22% through enhancing beneficial gut bacteria. Learn about the detrimental effects of ultraprocessed foods, which can increase depression risk and disrupt mental well-being. Uncover the importance of patience in gut restoration and dietary changes for mood stabilization. Plus, explore the fascinating role of specific compounds in citrus that help balance neurotransmitters.
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Citrus Reduces Depression Risk
- Regular citrus consumption is linked to a 22% reduced risk of depression by increasing beneficial gut bacteria like Faecalobacterium prausnitzii.
- Higher gut microbial diversity also correlates with better mood balance and lower depression risk.
Gut Diversity Supports Mood
- A diverse gut microbiome produces metabolites that reduce inflammation and support neurotransmitter production.
- Citrus compounds naringenin, formononetin, and hesperidin nourish these beneficial bacteria, influencing mood regulation.
Cut Vegetable Oils for Gut Health
- Remove vegetable oils like sunflower and canola oil from your diet to support mitochondrial and gut health.
- Replace them with stable fats such as butter, ghee, or tallow to improve microbiome health.