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Depress Anxiety March 2003 PMID 12415536

A cross-national relationship between sugar consumption and major depression?

Arthur N Westover, Lauren B Marangell

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What people are saying

The discussions showcase a range of reactions, from curiosity about the implications of sugar consumption on mental health to detailed discussions about specific statistics, such as how drinking soda increases the risk of depression. Phrases like 'love your take on this study' and 'risk went up to 25%' highlight the tone of interest and urgency within the conversations, underscoring how users are critically contemplating the study's relevance to public health.

AgreementModerate agreement

The majority of discussions indicate a positive reception to the study's claims about the link between sugar and depression.

InterestHigh interest

There is a clear enthusiasm for the topic, with many users expressing curiosity about the implications of the findings.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some posts share personal anecdotes, others delve into details, but overall engagement varies.

ImpactHigh impact

Several posters highlight the potential consequences of sugar consumption on mental health, suggesting a strong perception of the publication's significance.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates the correlation between sugar consumption and the prevalence of major depression across different countries, using data from the Cross-National Epidemiology of Major Depression and Bipolar Disorder study.
  • A significant correlation (Pearson correlation coefficient of 0.948, P=0.0004) was found between sugar consumption rates and annual depression rates in six countries with available data.
  • While the findings suggest a potential link, the authors caution that correlation does not imply causation and highlight the need for further research due to the limited number of countries studied.
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P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

Sugar consumption in 6 countries and the rate of depression. All countries for which data was available. https://t.co/JKOrYngRI7 https://t.co/gNfo5OOCl2

Mar 13, 2019 · 131 likes · 46 shares · 291,844 followers View post →
Daniel W. Hatcher, MPH
@hatchdw · X

@StephRobertsRD I’d love your take on this study! “A cross‐national relationship between sugar consumption and major depression?” https://t.co/JdzCKKRza9

Oct 26, 2019 · 1 like · 2,910 followers View post →
J. F. Carpio
@jfcarpio · X

RT @Mangan150: Sugar consumption in 6 countries and the rate of depression. All countries for which data was available. https://t.co/JKOrY…

Mar 13, 2019 · 46 shares · 29,344 followers View post →
GuyNAustin©
@GuyNAustin · X

RT @Mangan150: Sugar consumption in 6 countries and the rate of depression. All countries for which data was available. https://t.co/JKOrY…

Mar 13, 2019 · 46 shares · 15,776 followers View post →
Stefan Gasic
@NonMeek · X

RT @Mangan150: Sugar consumption in 6 countries and the rate of depression. All countries for which data was available. https://t.co/JKOrY…

Mar 14, 2019 · 46 shares · 7,470 followers View post →
The Wellness Warrior
@TheWellnessWar3 · X

RT @Mangan150: Sugar consumption in 6 countries and the rate of depression. All countries for which data was available. https://t.co/JKOrY…

Mar 13, 2019 · 46 shares · 6,392 followers View post →

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Yasuの小さな一歩（寛解に向かって）
@yasu_orientmd · X

☆砂糖の摂取と重度のうつ病との間に関連はあるのか 論文https://t.co/xwBNTFFzJN 砂糖消費とうつ病の年間率の間に非常に有意な相関があったと報告されている。しかし、相関は必ずしも病因を意味するものではないとしている。砂糖の摂取がうつ病の罹患率に直接影響を与える可能性があると考えられる。

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Ethan
@EthanCastr · X

Sugar | Avoid added sugar, refined, and excess Two Studies -> https://t.co/39Clzf4EUi https://t.co/w8mFDCpbY0 'If they drank a 12-oz can of soda (45g of sugar) they increased their risk by 5%. If they drank 2.5 cans the risk went up to 25%.'

Sep 2, 2023 · 361 followers View post →
Tactic Writers
@tactic_writers · X

solution   The paper “A Cross-National Relationship Between Sugar Consumption and Major Depression?” https://t.co/RheQ6geZwQ

Apr 11, 2023 · 6 followers View post →
Tactic Writers
@tactic_writers · X

solution   The paper “A Cross-National Relationship Between Sugar Consumption and Major Depression?” https://t.co/THvNghYc8o

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A cross‐national relationship between sugar consumption and major depression? https://t.co/G8xDt4hPuU

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ALE
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Daniel W. Hatcher, MPH
@hatchdw · X

@StephRobertsRD I’d love your take on this study! “A cross‐national relationship between sugar consumption and major depression?” https://t.co/JdzCKKRza9

Oct 26, 2019 · 1 like · 2,910 followers View post →
Linda Carney MD
@lindacarneymd · X

https://t.co/3UhVLfUmsu blog: A cross-national relationship between sugar consumption and major depression? in Depression. https://t.co/B75JRqguqk https://t.co/q9VGRiyhzi

Sep 8, 2019 · 245 followers View post →
Uncomfortably Aware
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Stefan Gasic
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RT @Mangan150: Sugar consumption in 6 countries and the rate of depression. All countries for which data was available. https://t.co/JKOrY…

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jaydotchan
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J. F. Carpio
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RT @Mangan150: Sugar consumption in 6 countries and the rate of depression. All countries for which data was available. https://t.co/JKOrY…

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P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

Sugar consumption in 6 countries and the rate of depression. All countries for which data was available. https://t.co/JKOrYngRI7 https://t.co/gNfo5OOCl2

Mar 13, 2019 · 131 likes · 46 shares · 291,844 followers View post →