The Role of Dietary Patterns and Nutritional Supplements in the Management of Mental Disorders in Children and Adolescents: An Umbrella Review of Meta-Analyses: Le role des habitudes alimentaires et des supplements nutritionnels dans la prise en charge des troubles mentaux chez les enfants et les adolescents : une meta-revue de meta-analyses.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

In recent years, the relationship between nutrition and mental health has gained considerable interest. We identified, synthesized, and appraised all meta--analyses of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies reporting on the efficacy of dietary patterns and nutrient supplements in the prevention and treatment of mental disorders in children and adolescents.

Methods

Systematic research in MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Scopus, and Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews was completed on 8 January 2024.

Results

Our research found 24 meta-analyses: 14 on RCTs, 8 on observational studies, and 2 combining both. Emerging evidence suggests that omega-3, in particular eicosapentaenoic acid, and Vitamin D may have adjunctive benefits in the treatment of att

SUBMITTER: Talib M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11298093 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature