The Effects of Diet on the Elimination and Prevention of Mental Health Illnesses

https://doi.org/10.55529/jmhib.44.8.20

Authors

  • Patience C. Ukpene Home Economics Department, University of Delta, Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria.

Keywords:

Pathological Anxiety Disorders, Diets, Mental Health Status, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Mediterranean-Style Diet, Western-Type Diet.

Abstract

The study investigates the relationship between diet type and mental health, focusing on the impact of nutrient deficiencies on mental health illnesses and their treatment. We gathered results from 15 participants over ten years using self-administered questionnaires and biochemical assessments. The study discovered significant correlations between diets and mental health diseases, with Western diets increasing the incidence of major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, and ADHD. Mediterranean and high-fiber diets showed protective effects, reducing the rates of these disorders by 40% and 30%, respectively. Some participants also showed deficiencies in omega-3 PUFAs and vitamin D. Pharmacological interventions, such as omega-3 supplementation and Mediterranean diets, improve mental health outcomes. The study emphasizes the importance of dietary change in preventing and treating psychiatric disorders and emphasizes the need for clinical and population-level dietary changes.

Published

2024-07-10

How to Cite

Patience C. Ukpene. (2024). The Effects of Diet on the Elimination and Prevention of Mental Health Illnesses. Journal of Mental Health Issues and Behavior, 4(04), 8–20. https://doi.org/10.55529/jmhib.44.8.20

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