SYDNEY, Oct 19 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- Eating an extra serving of fruit each day was associated with a lower risk of depression and anxiety symptoms in teenagers, while higher consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks was linked to an increased risk, an Australian study shows, reported Xinhua.
World : Australian Study Finds Fruit Intake May Ease Teen Mental Health Risks
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An Australian study links higher fruit intake with lower teen depression and anxiety risks, while sugary drinks increase these risks.
- Extra fruit daily reduces depression risk by 13% and anxiety by 7% in teens.
- Higher sugary drink consumption increases depression and anxiety risks, especially in boys.
- The study followed 6,537 adolescents over four years, controlling for various factors.
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