📌 Summary of Findings
🔬 Studies: Three large cohort studies explored the impact of flavonoid-rich foods on aging and mental health in women.
✅ Key Findings:
• 🍊 Higher citrus and flavonoid intake linked to lower depression risk, especially in older women.
• 💪 Flavonoid-rich diets associated with better physical function and reduced frailty.
• 🦠 Increased F. prausnitzii (gut microbiome) with citrus intake may enhance serotonin & dopamine pathways.
📝 Conclusion: Eating flavonoid-rich foods like citrus, berries, tea, and red wine may support healthy aging and mental well-being in women.
