A traditional "Western" style diet, full of sugar, white flour, and fast food may contribute to mental health problems in women. Researchers in Australia found that women who ate such a diet were 30 percent more likely to report a mood disorder such as depression or anxiety than women who ate a diet full of vegetables, fruits, lean meats, and whole grains. Researchers say this held true even when they adjusted for body weight, age, and social and economic factors. Though scientists aren't sure...
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