Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects 5–10% of the global population. Up to one-third of
people with IBS also experience anxiety or depression. Gastrointestinal and psychological …

Suboptimal nutrition has been implicated in the underlying pathology of behavioral health
disorders and may impede treatment and recovery. Thus, optimizing nutritional status should …

Background Depression is a common mental health condition that affects 1 in 8 males each
year, especially young adults. Young adulthood offers an opportunity for early dietary …

There is a growing body of scientific research showing the link between depression and
dementia in Alzheimer's disease (AD). The chronic stress contributes to the formation of …

The human body cannot store zinc reserves, so a deficiency can arise relatively quickly, eg,
through an improper diet. Severe zinc deficiency is rare, but mild deficiencies are common …

Zinc is one of the most abundant metal ions in the central nervous system (CNS), where it
plays a crucial role in both physiological and pathological brain functions. Zinc promotes …

Micronutrient deficiency and depression are major global health problems. Here, we first
review recent empirical evidence of the association between several micronutrients—zinc …

In the 2011 “Expert Panel on Integrated Guidelines for Cardiovascular Health and Risk
Reduction in Children and Adolescents,” several medical conditions among youth were …

Notwithstanding advances in understanding the pathophysiology of major depressive
disorder (MDD), no single mechanism can explain all facets of this disorder. An expanding …

The development of depression may involve a complex interplay of environmental and
genetic risk factors. PubMed and PsycInfo databases were searched from inception through …