Neil Mistry, Logan T Cowan, Hani M Samawi, Amenah Qotineh, Kelly L Sullivan
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Abstract
Purpose of review: Depression is highly prevalent in the United States. Literature has investigated common demographic risk factors and pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. The effects of vitamins and their interactions on depression prevalence and symptoms has gained interest, especially in the context of a large representative sample. The review aims to evaluate the literature concerning individual vitamins and their association with depression.
Recent findings: Several observational studies have been conducted to determine the effects of individual vitamins on depression. These studies have conflicting results regarding the impact and magnitude of vitamin effects, and previous studies evaluating the effect of vitamin interactions on depression have limited generalizability. Despite pharmacologic and biological rationale supporting the potential role of vitamins in combating depression, results of studies evaluating vitamin intake and depression in humans are inconsistent and limited. Further research is needed to assess the link between nutrition and depression in robust populations, particularly in groups at risk for or suffering from depression.
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This journal aims to provide comprehensive review articles that emphasize significant developments in nutrition research emerging in recent publications. By presenting clear, insightful, balanced contributions by international experts, the journal intends to discuss the influence of nutrition on major health conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and obesity, as well as the impact of nutrition on genetics, metabolic function, and public health. We accomplish this aim by appointing international authorities to serve as Section Editors in key subject areas across the field. Section Editors select topics for which leading experts contribute comprehensive review articles that emphasize new developments and recently published papers of major importance, highlighted by annotated reference lists. We also provide commentaries from well-known figures in the field, and an Editorial Board of more than 25 internationally diverse members reviews the annual table of contents, suggests topics of special importance to their country/region, and ensures that topics and current and include emerging research.