| BDNF | brain-derived neurotrophic factor |
| BMI | body mass index |
| CRP | C reactive protein |
| HPA | hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis |
| IL | interleukin |
| IL-1ra | interleukin-1 receptor antagonist |
| LPS | lipopolysaccharide |
| MDD | major depressive disorder |
| NO | nitric oxide |
| RNS | reactive nitrogen species |
| ROS | reactive oxygen species |
| SOD | superoxide dismutase |
| TNF | tumor necrosis factor |