Sugar-sweetened beverage consumption, waist-to-height ratio and psychological symptoms among Chinese adolescents

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• Adolescents who consume more sugar-sweetened beverages may exhibit increased psychological symptoms, highlighting a potential link between diet and mental health.
• The study identifies waist-to-height ratio as a significant measure related to psychological well-being and dietary habits amongst Chinese adolescents.
• Analysis involved assessing dietary consumption patterns of Chinese adolescents and how it connects to psychological symptoms and waist-to-height ratio.
• This research suggests that reducing sugar-sweetened beverage intake could support adolescent mental health, indicating a need for dietary interventions.