ArticleInternational journal of women's health2026
Association Between Muscle Quality Index and Depression Symptoms in Women with Breastfeeding History: A NHANES-Based Cross-Sectional Study.
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- Peripheral Blood Transcriptomic Features Distinguishing Postpartum Depression from Major Depressive Disorder and Healthy Postpartum Controls.International journal of women's health · 2026Article
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Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) remains a significant challenge in women's health. While breastfeeding has been widely recognized as a protective factor against PPD, women with a breastfeeding history are still at risk for depression symptoms. This study aims to explore the relationship between muscle quality index (MQI) and depression symptoms in women with a breastfeeding history. Methods: This cross-sectional study used data from 481 women with a breastfeeding history from the 2011-2012 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). MQI was computed as the ratio of handgrip strength to appendicular skeletal muscle mass. Depression was assessed using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9). Logistic regression models were applied to assess the relationship between MQI and depression, controlling for potential confounders, including sociodemographic factors, health status, and lifestyle behaviors. Restricted cubic spline (RCS) analysis was used to examine potential nonlinear associations. Results: After adjusting for all covariates, lower MQI value was significantly associated with increased depression risk in women with breastfeeding history [ Conclusion: MQI is associated with depression symptoms in women with a breastfeeding history. This association underscores the importance of integrating physical health markers into mental health risk assessments for more effective early intervention and care.
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