Study: Fast Food May Contribute To Teen Depression

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WASHINGTON – A new study suggests a possible link between unhealthy food and depression in teenagers.

Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham were behind the report. They analyzed 84-middle schoolers from low-income communities in Birmingham.

Tests found high levels of sodium and low levels of potassium in the group. They also saw symptoms of depression with the children and their parents.


A year and half later, researchers tested the group again and noticed more signs of depression.

According to the researchers, high sodium indicates a diet of processed foods and unhealthy snacks.

The low potassium meanwhile can come from a lack of healthy fruits and vegetables.



 

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