Eco-anxiety’s dual role in adherence to the Mediterranean and DASH diets: the mediating roles of depression, anxiety, and stress

The results indicate a potential dual pattern in how eco-anxiety relates to dietary adherence. While eco-anxiety shows a positive association with adherence to healthy and sustainable diets, its connection with psychological distress is associated with lower adherence. Although these findings do not imply causality, they underscore the importance of considering both environmental concerns and psychological distress when examining determinants of dietary adherence.