Modelling analysis of dietary behaviors and oral health status to assess the impact on the mental well-being of elderly individuals: a cross-sectional survey study

作者：Huang Chan, Mingzhu Song, Wei Xiao, Xingyan Wang, Hongliang Dai, Zhiqiong Gou, Feiyang Chenwu, Yanqiu Jiang, Jie Wan, Yurun Guo, Xiaoping Yu · 发表于：Frontiers in Nutrition · 年份：2025 · DOI：10.3389/fnut.2025.1486987 · 被引用次数：6 · 研究领域：Dental Health and Care Utilization、Nutritional Studies and Diet、Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research

Background and objective: Global aging is becoming a pressing concern, with a heightened focus on the mental well-being of the elderly population. The mental health of the elderly is influenced by a plethora of factors such as physical health, social support, lifestyle, and psychological aspects. This study investigates the influence of oral health and eating behaviors on depression, anxiety, and dementia in elderly individuals aged 65 and older in China. The aim is to determine the effect sizes of these factors and establish a foundation for implementing tailored intervention strategies. Study design and methods: The cross-sectional survey study employed data from the 2020 follow-up of the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey (CLHLS) released in April 2020. The study included a cohort of 3,188 eligible older adults. Seven aspects of oral health were assessed, encompassing the evaluation of the number of teeth, dental restorations, tooth brushing habits, occurrence of tooth pain, as well as cheek or jaw pain. Additionally, 17 items pertaining to eating behaviors were examined, covering dietary aspects such as staple foods, vegetables, fruits, tastes, and the use of cooking oils. The study assessed depression and sleep through 11 items, with higher scores reflecting a predisposition toward depression. A scoring threshold of over 27 identified individuals in the group prone to depression. Anxiety levels were assessed through seven items, where higher scores denoted a p...