Likewise, there could be a third factor in cholesterol and depression, he says. Many came from people who were depressed and wanted to know if cholesterol was the reason. While science still can't answer that question, it's worth more study, says Palinkas. And in this case the something else might be mental health. Until there's a more definite answer, experts agree, you shouldn't trade in your Prozac for a ham and cheese omelet.
More studies indicate a link between low cholesterol and depression or anxiety.
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