India, April 6 -- Can your choice of drink lead to depression? Well, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, it was observed that sugary beverages with artificial sweeteners can lead to an increased risk of depression, especially among younger adults. However, coffee and fruit juices were associated with lesser risk of depression. Also read | Craving a glass of soda? Study warns you might fall prey to molecular addiction

The study was conducted by researchers based at Wenzhou Medical University in China to understand how our choice of beverages can affect our mental health. While previous studies have found links between diet and mental health, they are broader spectrums and do not specify how beverag...