September 2023 PMID 37723526

Dietary niacin intake in relation to depression among adults: a population-based study.

Sheng Tian, Lanxiang Wu, Heqing Zheng, Xianhui Zhong, Mingxu Liu, Xinping Yu, Wei Wu

Mentions

8
Peak: 2 in Sep 2023
across 4 sources since Sep 2023

Extended reach

20,038
potential audience

Total likes

5

Video views

641

Mentions per month

Sep 2023 – May 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions show a focus on practical aspects, such as identifying niacin-rich foods like chicken, and acknowledge the potential health implications, using straightforward language like 'associated with lower odds of depression.' The tone remains informational and cautious, reflecting a moderate level of interest and impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings that moderate niacin intake may be protective against depression, reflecting a general agreement with the study's conclusion.

InterestModerate interest

Posters express mild interest by mentioning food sources and the potential benefits, indicating they find the topic relevant but not deeply engaging.

EngagementNeutral engagement

Comments mostly consist of sharing factual information and food examples without much detailed analysis or critique, showing a basic level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest some awareness of dietary influences on mental health but do not indicate this topic is causing significant shifts in opinions or practices.

Abstract in brief

  • This study investigated the link between dietary niacin (a type of antioxidant found in foods like meat and grains) and depression among adults in the US, using data from 2007 to 2016.
  • The results showed a U-shaped relationship, meaning that both very low and very high niacin intakes were associated with higher depression risk, while moderate intake (around 3.6 mg/day) was linked to the lowest depression odds.
  • Overall, moderate niacin intake appears to have a protective effect against depression, and this association was consistent across different groups regardless of sex, age, or BMI.

Top posts

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Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Dietary niacin intake in relation to depression among adults: a population-based study (open access) https://t.co/ZqLtPOgfpz #nutrition #diet #depression

Sep 27, 2023 · 19,388 followers View post →
mindfoodnessguru
@mindfoodguru · X

Moderate intake of niacin (vitamin B3) associated with lower odds of depression. Niacin rich foods: chicken

Sep 24, 2023 · 10 followers View post →

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Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Dietary niacin intake in relation to depression among adults: a population-based study (open access) https://t.co/ZqLtPOgfpz #nutrition #diet #depression

Sep 27, 2023 · 19,388 followers View post →
mindfoodnessguru
@mindfoodguru · X

Moderate intake of niacin (vitamin B3) associated with lower odds of depression. Niacin rich foods: chicken

Sep 24, 2023 · 10 followers View post →