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Could a splash of semi-skimmed milk really help your mental health? A major UK study has uncovered a fascinating link between reduced-fat milk and a lower risk of depression and anxiety. Researchers tracked over 350,000 people for more than 13 years and found that regular drinkers of semi-skimmed milk were significantly less likely to be diagnosed with anxiety or depression compared to those who drank no milk at all.

Even more surprising? Semi-skimmed milk had stronger protective effects than full-fat or skimmed milk — and plant-based alternatives like oat or soya milk were linked to higher risks of mental health issues.

What’s the secret? Scientists believe the unique balance of fats in semi-skimmed milk could be boosting brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine.
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00:00Could just a splash of semi-skimmed milk in your tea or coffee make you happier?
00:04Science says, yes.
00:06A massive UK study tracked over 350,000 people for more than 13 years.
00:12And guess what they found?
00:13Those who regularly drank semi-skimmed milk were 29% less likely to suffer from anxiety
00:18and 16% less likely to be diagnosed with depression.
00:22That's more protective than full-fat or skimmed milk.
00:25Why?
00:26Researchers think it's all about balance.
00:28The fats in semi-skimmed milk might boost feel-good brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine.
00:34Sadly, it's not such good news for plant-based drinkers.
00:37People who opted for soya or oat milk were more likely to experience anxiety or depression.
00:43But scientists say more research is needed to confirm how milk really affects mental health.
00:48So next time you pour that cuppa, that splash of semi-skimmed might just be giving your brain a boost.
00:53Science in your teacup?
00:55Yes, please.
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