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3 Ways to Shake the Blues
Depression is often associated with or made worse by poor eating habits; people who worry about their food choices or who gain weight as a result are less likely to feel good about themselves, which plants the seeds for poor self-esteem, anxiety and depression. Skipping meals, overeating and other unhealthy eating tactics only increase the chances you'll feel depressed.
Some experts believe depression is a reaction to stress and resultant anxiety; when people get overwhelmed and see "danger" in the form of a stressful situation lurking around every corner, they may become depressed as a coping mechanism. Depression also seems to be preceded or accompanied by anxiety, which underscores the value of finding ways to limit stress. Exercise
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