LeeAnn Weintraub is a registered dietitian, providing nutrition counseling and consulting to individuals, families and organizations.
is widely recognized. However, the importance of nutrition in promoting longevity and mental health deserves more attention. Unfortunately, the vast majority ofMental health is a vital part of longevity and healthy aging. Older folks with depressed feelings can experience problems including decreased appetite, sleep issues like insomnia, difficulty concentrating, delayed cognitive processing, and fatigue.
The results of a large population-based health study published in the Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging showed that those who ate at least three servings of fruit per day, compared to those who consumed less than one serving of fruit daily, experienced significantly less aging-related depression. Despite the study being conducted in Singapore, the types of fruit associated with reduced depression are widely available in the United States and elsewhere.
According to the researchers, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds naturally found in fruit like vitamin C, flavonoids and carotenoids play a role in reducing inflammatory processes, likely helping to stave off depressive symptoms associated with aging. However, despite their beneficial micronutrient profile, the study did not find a lower chance of depressive symptoms with vegetable consumption.
It appears that eating fruit between the ages of 40-65 years may provide lasting benefits to mental health and well-being beyond age 65. Considering more than 85 percent of people are falling short in their consumption of fruit, here are some ways to incorporate more of it in your daily diet. For something sweet, enjoy fruit after meals. Opt for mixed berries with a dollop of whipped cream or cold watermelon with fresh mint.
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