Effect of Micronutrients Intake and Physical Activity on Depression and Anxiety: A Review

Authors

  • Gunjan Patel Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Parul Institute of Applied Sciences, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
  • Arpi Shah Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Parul Institute of Applied Sciences, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
  • Nishita Baxi Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Parul Institute of Applied Sciences, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21276/apjhs.2022.9.3.13

Keywords:

Anxiety, Depression, Micronutrients, Physical activity, Vitamin B complex, Vitamin C, Zinc Vitamin D

Abstract

Depression and anxiety are increasing at global and national level at the rampant rate and hence are the main reason for deterioration in mental health. This, in turn, leads to a poor physical health. With the increase in the incidence of the rate of both the disorder, it is a silent killer as well. There are many medical and non-medical treatments are available for the cure of anxiety and depression. A few nutrients such as zinc, selenium, iron, magnesium, iodine, and Vitamin A, B complex, D, and Vitamin C have also shown a beneficial role in the improvement of anxiety and depression symptoms. There is a possible role of optimal physical activity in reduction of symptoms of anxiety and depression. Very few studies are available on the role of these micronutrient intakes and physical activity on anxiety and depression. Hence more research is required in this field of study.

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Published

2022-04-16

How to Cite

Gunjan Patel, Arpi Shah, & Nishita Baxi. (2022). Effect of Micronutrients Intake and Physical Activity on Depression and Anxiety: A Review. Asian Pacific Journal of Health Sciences, 9(3), 59–64. https://doi.org/10.21276/apjhs.2022.9.3.13

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 3 (2022): Vol 9 | Issue 3 | July - September 2022

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