Maybe!! Plants, olive oil, fish → fewer depressive symptoms. A Mediterranean-style pattern (veg, legumes, whole grains, nuts, olive oil, fish) consistently correlates with lower depression risk in meta-analyses, and trials like SMILES show clinically meaningful symptom drops when people receive food-based support. Dietitians love it for fiber, polyphenols, and healthy fats; nutritional psychiatrists highlight anti-inflammatory effects. Start by swapping one ultra-processed meal for a Mediterranean plate 3x/week and track mood for 4 weeks.