Cholesterol Foods. High cholesterol is a factor that may elevate your risk of developing liver disease. Cholesterol, a type of fat, is only found in animal products. It is highest in fatty red meats, shrimp, egg yolks, cream, butter and organ meats.
There are many causes of depression. Having the diagnosis of a chronic disease, like HIV infection or AIDS, can make depressive symptoms worse. Some medications used to treat HIV can cause or worsen depression, especially efavirenz (Sustiva). Diseases such as anemia or diabetes can cause symptoms that look like depression. So can drug use, or low levels of testosterone, vitamin B6, or vitamin B12.
Some research indicates taking antidepressants could worsen depression in patients down the road. Long-term antidepressant use may also be associated with an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes, according to a study published last year in Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. Though others have disputed the link, researchers recommended long-term use of antidepressants be evaluated more cautiously for this potential risk.