Dietary Intake Patterns, Substance Use and Their Association with Anxiety and Depression Symptoms in Medical Students in Mexico: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: The growing prevalence of mental health problems among medical students is a global concern, with dietary patterns emerging as potential modifiable factors. This study aimed to explore and evaluate whether higher consumption of ultra-processed foods may be associated with greater symptoms of anxiety and depression. Methods: This was an exploratory cross-sectional study integrated into a previous cohort of medical students, conducted based on the guidelines for Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology. Sixty-seven medical students completed a Food Frequency Questionnaire-based index. Dietary patterns and the associations between these patterns and symptoms of anxiety and/or depression were assessed statistically. Results

SUBMITTER: Arvilla-Salas L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12787937 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature