According to a recent study conducted in Spain, including peanuts in our diet can have many health benefits, including improving mood. Researchers have found that people who frequently consume these pills are up to 17% less likely to develop depression.
The research, conducted by the University of Castilla-La Mancha, indicates that the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects of peanuts, as well as their richness in amino acids such as arginine, glutamine, serine and tryptophan, can play a major role in preventing cancer. This mental illness.
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The study found that a peanut diet is associated with a lower risk of depression
How can consuming peanuts fight depression?
During the study, researchers analyzed the eating habits of a sample of 13,500 individuals, aged between 37 and 73, living in the UK. None of these individuals were diagnosed with depression at baseline. Five years later, 1,100 cases of depression had been identified, either through medical diagnosis or use of antidepressants.
The results, published in the Journal of Clinical Nutrition in July 2023, showed that moderate consumption of peanuts was associated with a 17% lower risk of depression. Moderate consumption is equivalent to 30 grams per day.
“Longer-term clinical trials should evaluate whether peanut consumption is an effective strategy for preventing depression in adults,” notes Bruno Bezzozzero Peroni, who led the research.
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Moderate consumption of peanuts is equivalent to 30 grams
What other benefits can peanuts provide?
Peanuts are a rich source of good cholesterol (HDL), vitamins E and B complex, and essential minerals such as copper, manganese, molybdenum, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, iron and potassium. These nutrients are essential for the proper functioning of the body. Therefore, its consumption brings many health benefits.
This reaffirms the important role of a well-balanced, nutrient-rich diet in combating mental illnesses such as depression and in promoting well-being. Remember that any change in diet should be made as directed by a health professional.
