Am J Public Health August 2016 PMID 27400354

Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables.

Redzo Mujcic, Andrew J Oswald

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Discussions overall show excitement about the potential mental health benefits of eating more fruits and vegetables, with posts emphasizing the findings using phrases like 'increased happiness' and 'more satisfaction.' Some posts question the results, using words like 'not sure I believe,' which reflects a cautious tone. Multiple references to specific data points, like the 0.24 point increase, illustrate active interest and engagement with the study's details, while mentions of related health benefits underscore the perceived importance of the research.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the study's findings, with many posts referencing the positive correlation between fruit and vegetable intake and happiness or well-being, demonstrating general support.

InterestHigh interest

The majority of posts display curiosity, referencing specific data points (like up to 0.24 points increase) and implications, indicating active engagement and interest in the research.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several discussions interpret the significance of the findings, such as comparisons to psychological boosts when moving from unemployment to employment, suggesting moderate, thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While many mentions highlight the meaningfulness of the results, there is some skepticism (e.g., doubts about the findings) and focus on how dietary habits influence mental health, indicating perceived but not overwhelming impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This study analyzed data from over 12,000 Australian adults and found that increasing fruit and vegetable intake is linked to quicker improvements in happiness and life satisfaction, with benefits emerging within 24 months.
  • An increase of 8 portions of fruits and vegetables per day can lead to up to 0.24 points higher on happiness scales, comparable to the psychological boost of moving from unemployment to employment.
  • The findings suggest that people are more motivated to eat healthy foods because the mental wellbeing benefits happen sooner, even though physical health improvements take decades to manifest.]

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AJPH
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Article about the impacts of increased fruit/vegetable intake on #mentalhealth cites AJPH study that found increases in happiness, life satisfaction, and well-being happened within 24 months of dietary changes: https://t.co/XMqzjwUekA https://t.co/efuDDZSWOh

Feb 22, 2019 · 20 likes · 16 shares · 12,472 followers View post →
Zakka Fauzan
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Tetiba nyasar di sebuah paper berjudul "Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables" Rangkumannya apa? Setelah dilakukan sampling terhadap sekitar 12 ribu orang dewasa di Australia, ternyata konsumsi buah dan sayuran meningkatkan

Oct 13, 2023 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 3,518 followers View post →
Quekilos
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¿Sabías que consumir #frutas diariamente aumenta tu #felicidad? Un estudio reciente afirma que sustancias químicas como los carotenoides y la fibra de las frutas nos ayudan a sentirnos felices y plenos. Otra razón más para consumirlas

Apr 5, 2023 · 9 likes · 1 share · 3,384 followers View post →
Emma Seppälä, Ph.D.
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Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables https://t.co/ciodKOsZyW

Mar 25, 2021 · 8 likes · 3 shares · 56,334 followers View post →
Emma Seppälä, Ph.D.
@emmaseppala · X

Increased fruit and vegetable consumption predicted more happiness, life satisfaction, & well-being up to 0.24 life-satisfaction points (for an increase of 8 portions a day), equivalent to the psychological gain of moving from unemployment to employment.https://t.co/mTiOnjN4ZL

Jun 12, 2023 · 7 likes · 1 share · 56,334 followers View post →
Jubilee Food Network
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Attending Food Encounters Event at Warwick University. I’d recommend reading ‘Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables.’ - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/5Fgol7AuLy

Feb 6, 2020 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 350 followers View post →

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James Joseph
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@DeeptaNagpal Specially what you are having ! This study has shown increased intake of vegetables & fruits improved happiness & well-being. Has to be #guthealth https://t.co/Klntx7rEBi

Sep 8, 2024 · 1 like · 1,794 followers View post →
ROMAN SCHOOL BONDS
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RT @andersem: @amyliztweets I’m not sure I believe this finding but it is pretty wild https://t.co/K4FtCxAhYY

Dec 29, 2023 · 1 share · 643 followers View post →
Michael Andersen
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@amyliztweets I’m not sure I believe this finding but it is pretty wild https://t.co/K4FtCxAhYY

Dec 29, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 5,898 followers View post →
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เหมือนที่ลุงโจนส์เสิร์ฟความสุขให้คนกินผักมาถึง 10 ปีแล้วน้า และจะยังส่งต่อความสุขดี ๆ แบบนี้ให้ทุกคนต่อไปจ้า ข้อมูลอ้างอิง https://t.co/aEnQZhQZz7

Oct 22, 2023 · 1 like · 29,949 followers View post →
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RT @zakkafm: Tetiba nyasar di sebuah paper berjudul "Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vege…

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Zakka Fauzan
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Tetiba nyasar di sebuah paper berjudul "Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables" Rangkumannya apa? Setelah dilakukan sampling terhadap sekitar 12 ribu orang dewasa di Australia, ternyata konsumsi buah dan sayuran meningkatkan

Oct 13, 2023 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 3,518 followers View post →
下心が止まらない論文おぢさん
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元ネタのリンクです。 Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables | AJPH | Vol. 106 Issue 8 (https://t.co/T6it5YtFz3)

Sep 3, 2023 · 309 followers View post →
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RT @emmaseppala: Increased fruit and vegetable consumption predicted more happiness, life satisfaction, & well-being up to 0.24 life-satisf…

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Emma Seppälä, Ph.D.
@emmaseppala · X

Increased fruit and vegetable consumption predicted more happiness, life satisfaction, & well-being up to 0.24 life-satisfaction points (for an increase of 8 portions a day), equivalent to the psychological gain of moving from unemployment to employment.https://t.co/mTiOnjN4ZL

Jun 12, 2023 · 7 likes · 1 share · 56,334 followers View post →
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@farinelli1316 · X

RT @quekilos: ¿Sabías que consumir #frutas diariamente aumenta tu #felicidad? Un estudio reciente afirma que sustancias químicas como los c…

Apr 6, 2023 · 1 share · 421 followers View post →
Quekilos
@quekilos · X

¿Sabías que consumir #frutas diariamente aumenta tu #felicidad? Un estudio reciente afirma que sustancias químicas como los carotenoides y la fibra de las frutas nos ayudan a sentirnos felices y plenos. Otra razón más para consumirlas

Apr 5, 2023 · 9 likes · 1 share · 3,384 followers View post →
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@health_assets · X

4月4日:幸せの日 それにちなんで幸福と食事について調べました! ・果物や野菜の消費の増加は幸福の改善にすぐに近づいています。 食事は健康や幸福度への投資に繋がるので大事にしていきたい! #投資 #食事 #健康 https://t.co/L8h12ZS8Mc

Apr 3, 2022 · 17 followers View post →
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Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables https://t.co/ljw0rfeLEV

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Dr John La Puma
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#research “Increased fruit and vegetable consumption was predicted of increased happiness, life satisfaction, and well-being.” https://t.co/cEzc8QGg3P @DrewRamseyMD @DrUmaNaidoo @nutrition_facts

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LIYAN
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RT @johnlapuma: #research Eating fruits and veggies is not only good for your physical health. They also increase overall life satisfaction…

May 18, 2021 · 1 share · 101 followers View post →
Dr John La Puma
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#research Eating fruits and veggies is not only good for your physical health. They also increase overall life satisfaction and happiness https://t.co/q32dgvCIsF

May 18, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 7,418 followers View post →
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Emma Seppälä, Ph.D.
@emmaseppala · X

Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables https://t.co/ciodKOsZyW

Mar 25, 2021 · 8 likes · 3 shares · 56,334 followers View post →
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RT @SandwellFood: Attending Food Encounters Event at Warwick University. I’d recommend reading ‘Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After…

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RT @SandwellFood: Attending Food Encounters Event at Warwick University. I’d recommend reading ‘Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After…

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Jubilee Food Network
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Attending Food Encounters Event at Warwick University. I’d recommend reading ‘Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables.’ - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/5Fgol7AuLy

Feb 6, 2020 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 350 followers View post →
Gideon Jethro Remfry
@GideonRemfry · X

We know increasing #plantfoods improves health outcomes but could they also now bring a little happiness?

Dec 3, 2019 · 1,621 followers View post →
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Evolution of Well-Being and Happiness After Increases in Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables, Report by AJPH https://t.co/P55Y4roIla

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IFIS Publishing
@IFIS_foodinfo · X

The evolution of our well-being and subsequent happiness is shown to increase with a higher consumption of fruit and vegetables, according to a past study by @RedzoMujcic of @warwickuni and Andrew Oswald of @UQ_News: https://t.co/xL0b07b9Yr #Health #FoodScience #HappinessDay https://t.co/kVhu5ICaBD

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Article about the impacts of increased fruit/vegetable intake on #mentalhealth cites AJPH study that found increases in happiness, life satisfaction, and well-being happened within 24 months of dietary changes: https://t.co/XMqzjwUekA https://t.co/efuDDZSWOh

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