Depress Anxiety June 2020 PMID 32365423

The effect of vitamin D supplement on negative emotions: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Ying-Chih Cheng, Yu-Chen Huang, Wei-Lieh Huang

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Discussions around the publication reveal a generally supportive tone, with posts highlighting that vitamin D can help reduce negative emotions, especially in cases of depression or deficiency, such as one post stating it 'can help to lower negative moods.' The tone and choice of words like 'support' and 'help' underscore a belief in the study’s potential influence, although some caution is expressed regarding variability, suggesting thoughtful engagement with the research’s implications.

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Most discussions support the conclusion that vitamin D supplementation can reduce negative emotions, with several explicitly mentioning its benefits for individuals with depression or deficiency, indicating a moderate but positive consensus.

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Posts demonstrate high curiosity and relevance, with mentions of the meta-analysis, statistical data, and clinical implications suggesting that users find the topic significant and worth exploring.

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Several discussions reference specific findings or relate the study to personal health practices, but many remain surface-level or general, reflecting a moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posters perceive the research as validating clinical practice or suggesting a potential treatment, the emphasis on the variability of results and caution hints at a recognition of limited immediate practical impact.

Abstract in brief

The study aims to clarify the inconsistent findings of previous research on vitamin D's impact on negative emotions, particularly focusing on depression and anxiety, and considers factors like sample characteristics and supplementation regimens.
A systematic review of 25 randomized controlled trials involving over 7,500 participants showed that vitamin D supplementation had a significant effect on reducing negative emotions, especially in those with major depressive disorder and low vitamin D levels.
The authors conclude that vitamin D supplementation can help lessen negative emotions, with optimal benefits seen in those with major depression or vitamin D deficiency, but caution is advised due to considerable variability in the results.

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Tomasz

@O__IoI___O · X

@freud_aaron Our results support the hypothesis that vitamin D supplementation can reduce negative emotions. Patients with major depressive disorder and individuals with vitamin D deficiency are most likely to benefit from supplementation.https://t.co/BawOmwRoP8

Jan 30, 2025 · 184 followers View post →

Tom Swiss, HMSH

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@Meaningness @nosilverv https://t.co/4b6hQJMkUw https://t.co/8q4ULUpsPF

Dec 26, 2024 · 1 like · 642 followers View post →

Frontalier

@FrontalierFR · X

@TiniestGinger @folgt_dir Dabei wird leider oft der Vitamin D Spiegel vergessen. Tatsächlich ist Vit.-D-Mangel mit Depressionen assoziiert und sollte unterstützend korrigiert werden. Das ist klinische Praxis. Natürlich ersetzt Vit. D Antidepressiva und Psychotherapie nicht. https://t.co/9tvKJPDIHH

May 31, 2024 · 1 like · 340 followers View post →

amelia

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immune health sources: https://t.co/6pZYbSwaU9 https://t.co/EUCODKqTaj https://t.co/1c55jYjcf6 mood regulation sources: https://t.co/iiib9SI7kf https://t.co/Pqn5dmxlQu

Oct 6, 2022 · 18 likes · 630 followers View post →

Psychic_Brian

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Jul 20, 2022 · 8 likes · 5,168 followers View post →

Terra cremada

@terra_cremada · X

L'efecte del suplement de vitamina D sobre les emocions negatives: una revisió sistemàtica i metaanàlisi https://t.co/XwC6GSHzN5

Jun 12, 2022 · 1 like · 43,511 followers View post →

Terra cremada

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Jun 12, 2022 · 3 likes · 43,511 followers View post →

Andrea The Viking Fletcher was Ben-Soussi

@AndreaSoussi · X

Vitamin D has also been studied for the positive effects in reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms. One 2020 meta-analysis showed vitamin D supplementation was associated with lower rates of negative mood disorders (11Trusted Source (https://t.co/ov0wbjCVeR)).

May 29, 2022 · 10 followers View post →

えくろダイエット

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Sep 23, 2021 · 7 likes · 4,231 followers View post →

David Masson

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@ArnaudGoulliart Merci pour le partage. J'avais celle ci en tete: The effect of vitamin D supplement on negative emotions: A systematic review and meta‐analysis https://t.co/AJyGkVaDxU

Jan 3, 2021 · 20,990 followers View post →