What question did this study set out to answer?

To explore how adherence to the DASH diet and sustainable nutrition affects mental health in older adults.

March 16, 2026Open Access

Sustainable nutrition and mental health in older adults: the interplay of DASH diet quality, sustainable consumption behavior, cognitive function, and depression

Key Points

To explore how adherence to the DASH diet and sustainable nutrition affects mental health in older adults.
Analyzed dietary patterns in relation to mental health outcomes.
Focused on cognitive function and depressive symptoms among older adults.
Called for longitudinal research and objective dietary assessments.
Found a positive link between DASH diet adherence and reduced depressive symptoms.
Identified improvements in cognitive function associated with sustainable nutritional practices.
Highlighted the importance of diet for the mental health and aging process.

Abstract

The study highlighted the beneficial role of DASH diet adherence and sustainable nutritional practices in mitigating depressive symptoms and supporting cognitive function in older adults. These dietary patterns could represent crucial components of preventive strategies for healthy aging. Further longitudinal research using objective dietary assessments is needed to clarify causal relationships.

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Açık et al. (Sat,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b79df38166e15b153ab320 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-025-06881-x

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