Association between dietary flavonoid intake and anxiety: data from NHANES 2017-2018.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent mental health conditions, characterized by excessive fear, tension, avoidance behaviors, and heightened threat perception. Approximately 1 in 14 individuals meets the diagnostic criteria for an anxiety disorder. Flavonoids, bioactive compounds found in fruits, vegetables, and tea, possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. However, evidence on the relationship between flavonoid intake and anxiety risk remains limited. This study examines the association between flavonoid intake and anxiety risk and explores the effects of specific flavonoid subclasses.

Methods

This study utilized data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Individual flavonoid intake was assess

SUBMITTER: Jin L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12013017 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature