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The article explores the interplay between diet and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), emphasizing that diet is a core pillar of mental health. It highlights how malnutrition and poor dietary patterns contribute to MDD and discusses the bidirectional relationship between diet and mental health. The study identifies key nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, polyphenols, and caffeine, along with dietary patterns like the Mediterranean diet, as potentially beneficial for MDD prevention and management. It also underscores the need for further research to validate these findings.
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