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Childhood Inflammation Linked to Later Depression and Psychosis

Childhood Inflammation Linked to Later Depression and Psychosis

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What they found

A study found chronic low-grade inflammation in children raises the risk of depression and psychosis in early adulthood.

A study found chronic low-grade inflammation in children raises the risk of depression and psychosis in early adulthood.

How solid is it?

Early human

Early human

Human – observational/survey

Human – observational/survey

Evidence ladder: Lab dish → Animal → Early human → Strong human. Reviews summarize earlier research.

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JAMA Network

JAMA Network

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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Kids & Inflammation

Kids & Inflammation

A new study dropped a bombshell: chronic low-grade inflammation in children doesn't just affect physical health, it makes them more likely to face serious mental health challenges like depression and psychosis in early adulthood. But here's some fungal hope: mushrooms like lion's mane and shiitake are packed with anti-inflammatory compounds that could help combat this risk, boosting both body and brain health as kids grow up.

A new study dropped a bombshell: chronic low-grade inflammation in children doesn't just affect physical health, it makes them more likely to face serious mental health challenges like depression and psychosis in early adulthood. But here's some fungal hope: mushrooms like lion's mane and shiitake are packed with anti-inflammatory compounds that could help combat this risk, boosting both body and brain health as kids grow up.

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