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  • Vitamins and minerals are suspected contributors to depression.
  • Understanding these links is crucial for public health.
  • Previous research has yielded inconsistent findings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the causal effects of micronutrients on major depressive disorder (MDD) and recurrent depression (rMDD).
  • Utilized Mendelian randomization (MR) for robust causal inference.
  • Examined a wide range of micronutrient exposures.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted a bidirectional MR study using large-scale genome-wide association study (GWAS) data.
  • Included summary statistics from the Psychiatric Genomics Consortium (PGC) for MDD and rMDD.
  • Employed advanced MR methods to enhance analytical power.

Main Results:

  • Traditional MR methods showed no strong associations between most micronutrients and depression.
  • Advanced methods identified potential protective effects of serum iron, erythrocyte copper, and 25(OH) vitamin D against rMDD.
  • Observed potential adverse effects of selenium and magnesium, though these findings were less consistent and may involve pleiotropy.

Conclusions:

  • Suggests a potential protective role for iron, copper, and vitamin D in depressive disorders.
  • Highlights mixed evidence for selenium and magnesium, warranting caution.
  • Underscores the need for adequately powered future trials and consideration of potential risks associated with micronutrient supplementation.