Socioeconomic Status Is Significantly Associated with the Dietary Intakes of Folate and Depression Scales in Japanese Workers (J-HOPE Study)

摘要: The association of socioeconomic status (SES) with nutrient intake attracts public attention worldwide. In the current study, we examined associations SES dietary folate and health outcomes in general Japanese workers. This occupational cohort consisted off 2266 was assessed by a self-administered questionnaire. Intakes all nutrients were validated, brief diet history questionnaire (BDHQ). degree depressive symptoms measured validated version K6 scale. Multiple linear regression stratified analysis used to evaluate confounding factors. Path conducted describe impacts on outcomes. Education levels household incomes significantly associated depression scales (p < 0.05). After adjusting for age, sex total energy intake, years education affect (β = 0.117, p 0.001). structural equation model (SEM) shows that indirect effect is statistically significant strong 0.05, 56% direct effect) pathway level Our study both income are workers, effort increase may alleviate harms social disparities mental health.