🍊 Does An Orange a Day Keeps Depression Away in Women? 🧠
Mar 01, 2025•4 min
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Episode description
📌 Summary of Findings
🔬 Studies: Three large cohort studies explored the impact of flavonoid-rich foods on aging and mental health in women.
✅ Key Findings:
• 🍊 Higher citrus and flavonoid intake linked to lower depression risk, especially in older women.
• 💪 Flavonoid-rich diets associated with better physical function and reduced frailty.
• 🦠 Increased F. prausnitzii (gut microbiome) with citrus intake may enhance serotonin & dopamine pathways.
📝 Conclusion: Eating flavonoid-rich foods like citrus, berries, tea, and red wine may support healthy aging and mental well-being in women.
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