Depression linked to ultra processed foods

By: Jennifer Copeland

Posted: Sep 20, 2023 10:37 PM EST

NOW: Depression linked to ultra processed foods

ABC 57's Anchor Jennifer Copeland draws parallels between depression and eating ultra processed foods.

According to a study, published in Journal of the American Medical Association, foods made with artificial sweeteners--cupcakes or sodas--can worsen symptoms of chronic depression.

Contributions to this story also made by: Gianna Marzetta