New Study Shows this Vitamin Helps Prevent Depression

Posted By Dr. Mercola | October 14 2011 | 712 views

A study of more than 81,000 looked at vitamin D intake from foods and supplements and current and later symptoms of depression. The research found that vitamin D may affect the function of dopamine and norepinephrine -- neurotransmitters that are likely involved in depression. Vitamin D may also modulate the relationship between depression and inflammation.

The women with the highest intake of vitamin D and vitamin D from food sources had a significantly lower prevalence of depressive symptoms.

According to the Vitamin D Council:

"The authors conclude, 'Our results support an inverse association of vitamin D intake from foods and the occurrence of depressive symptoms in older women.' In other words, this means the higher vitamin D intake from food the less depression."