http://www.imim.cat/noticies Programa de recerca: Epidemiologia i salut pública http://www.imim.cat/noticies/view.php?ID=727 <p>Following a diet based on Mediterranean diet recommendations and engaging in moderate physical activity is associated with a 41% to 59% lower risk of starting antidepressant, anxiolytic, antipsychotic, and antiseizure medications.</p> <p>The study is published in the journal Age and Ageing and is based on data from the PREDIMED study, a clinical trial on the effects of the Mediterranean diet in the prevention of cardiovascular disease.</p> <p>The analysis includes data from between 6,000 and 7,000 participants in the study, all older adults at risk for chronic illness.</p> 06/06/2025