Could quitting ultra-processed food boost your mental health?

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People with depression who dramatically cut ultra-processed foods experienced notable improvements in their symptoms in a small preliminary study.

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  • Reported by ScienceDaily and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:34:01 UTC.

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