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September 17, 2025International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries

The effect of diet on depression among patients with chronic health conditions: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials

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HAHosam AwajiFAFahad O. AlatawiMAMohammed Alanazi

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Systematic review demonstrates dietary interventions reduce depression in chronic patients, suggesting clinical benefits.

Key Points

  • Dietary interventions significantly reduced depression symptoms, showing promise for individuals with chronic health problems.
  • Meta-analysis indicated a standard mean difference of -0.23 in depression scores, evidencing effectiveness of hypocaloric diets.
  • Eligible randomised controlled trials included overweight adults with chronic conditions, addressing the influence of diet on mental health.
  • Findings highlight the importance of dietary approaches in enhancing depression management among those with complex health issues.

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Awaji et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d43294713b0b5dfea7230fhttps://doi.org/10.24911/ijmdc.51-1752096790
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