Sci Rep July 2017 PMID 28751637

Sugar intake from sweet food and beverages, common mental disorder and depression: prospective findings from the Whitehall II study.

Anika Knüppel, Martin J Shipley, Clare H Llewellyn, Eric J Brunner

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The social discussions reflect a strong interest in the implications of the research, with phrases like 'highly concerning' and 'must change our habits,' showing concern and engagement. The mention of specific figures, such as 'men who consumed 67 grams or more of sugar,' demonstrates deep engagement with the study's data. Overall, the tone suggests recognition of the study’s importance, but mostly within a context of awareness rather than immediate societal change.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions seem to agree that there is a positive link between high sugar consumption and mental health issues, reflecting a general consensus on the study's findings.

InterestHigh interest

Participants display high curiosity about the research, often highlighting specific statistics and calling attention to the implications for mental health and dietary habits.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts go beyond surface-level reactions, referencing specific data points like the 23% increased risk for depression among high sugar consumers and discussing potential behavioral or policy implications.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions recognize the significance of the findings, hinting at broader implications for public health policies and personal behavioral changes, though some focus on reiteration of results rather than transformative impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates the link between consuming sweet foods and beverages and mental health issues like common mental disorder (CMD) and depression, using data from the Whitehall II study.
  • It found that people, especially men, who consumed the most sugar had a higher chance (about 23% increase) of developing CMD over five years, even after accounting for other factors.
  • The research suggests that high sugar intake may negatively impact long-term psychological health, and lowering sugar consumption could potentially improve mental well-being.]

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A study following 8,000 people for 22 years showed that men who consumed 67 grams or more of sugar per day were 23% more likely to develop depression than men who ate less than 40 grams per day (Source (https://t.co/EPNjg6tsmi)).

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Knüppel, A., Shipley, M.J., Llewellyn, C.H. et al. Sugar intake from sweet food and beverages, common mental disorder and depression: prospective findings from the Whitehall II study. Sci Rep 7, 6287 (2017). https://t.co/ZAv8qYFLyV

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PsikologDrZelihaSubasi
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Knüppel, A., Shipley, M.J., Llewellyn, C.H. et al. Sugar intake from sweet food and beverages, common mental disorder and depression: prospective findings from the Whitehall II study. Sci Rep 7, 6287 (2017). https://t.co/ZAv8qYFLyV

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Wardog8u2
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https://t.co/1PRlz5KzRR

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ZyroFoxtrot
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Sugar intake from sweet food and beverages, common mental disorder and depression: prospective findings from the Whitehall II study https://t.co/CgZpzzXPj8 https://t.co/zsVC6pG9Rl

Nov 15, 2023 · 35,273 followers View post →
Sure Tips Lord
@Sure_Tips_Lord · X

A study following 8,000 people for 22 years showed that men who consumed 67 grams or more of sugar per day were 23% more likely to develop depression than men who ate less than 40 grams per day (Source (https://t.co/EPNjg6tsmi)).

May 7, 2021 · 169 followers View post →
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Linda Carney MD
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https://t.co/3UhVLfUmsu blog: Sugar intake from sweet food and beverages, common mental disorder and depression: prospec...https://t.co/st5lqmnUb4 https://t.co/IsVV51anfG

Aug 16, 2019 · 245 followers View post →
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@chamax44 · X

Sugar intake from sweet food and beverages, common mental disorder and depression: prospective findings from the Whitehall II study https://t.co/gsafK808VO

Aug 14, 2019 · 3,651 followers View post →