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Eating Blueberries Every Day Could Reduce Depressive Symptoms in Older Adults

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There's a lot of goodness packed inside the fruits we eat, and scientists continue to look at how that goodness might benefit our mental as well as our physical health.

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A SMALL study from Harvard suggests that blueberries may ease symptoms of depression in older adults, possibly by influencing the gut microbiome. Further, larger studies are needed.

·Zagreb, Croatia
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A team of researchers found evidence that a daily dose of blueberries can help relieve symptoms of depression in older and sedentary adults. It is a group of people who have a higher risk of depression and who do not necessarily have easy access to some of the natural ways to fight it, including exercise practice and outdoor exposure. A study, published in August in The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging, also revealed some changes in intest…

Eating fruit is good for your health, including blueberries, a superfood rich in powerful antioxidants. In addition to helping prevent cancer and cardiovascular disease, recent studies have found that eating blueberries may also help alleviate depressive symptoms in older adults, especially those who are sedentary and unable to go outdoors and connect with nature.

·New York, United States
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Researchers at Harvard Medical School are now exploring how certain fruits affect psychological well-being. Their recent work highlights the properties of blueberries among the elderly. Sedentary seniors often have a high risk of mood disorders. The scientific team has therefore assessed the impact of these effects on the health of the elderly. ... Read more The article Daily consumption of blueberries reduces depressive symptoms has appeared fi…

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American scientists have found a link between daily consumption of blueberries, changes in the gut and improved mood. However, there is no definitive evidence of its effectiveness against depression yet.

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Science Alert broke the news in Canberra, Australia on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
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