Check out the nutrients that help in mental health and fight stress

Mental health

Brazil is the second most stressed country in the world

Studies prove that food influences the prevention and treatment of psychological disorders. A healthy option is to invest in the consumption of nutrients such as Omega 3, Magnesium, Vitamin B6 and Inositol.

Stress is becoming the big problem of the century. According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), about 90% of the world’s population suffers from symptoms of stress, with Brazil being the second most stressed country in the world.

During the stress process, the body loses nutrients, in addition to altering other systems, such as the nervous, cardiovascular and immune systems. As a reward for mental imbalance, the tendency to resort to ultra-processed foods, sources of sugars and saturated fats is high, which can cause changes in the intestinal microbiota and even activate inflammatory pathways.

“Studies prove that food influences the prevention and treatment of psychological disorders, especially when including nutrients that help balance and mental health. In addition, another recommendation is to take a break from routine and practice regular physical activity”,

says Mayara Stankevicius, nutritionist at Vitamine-se.

Important nutrients that help fight stress:

• Omega 3: important fatty acids for the formation of nerve cells, which can activate key genes in the production of serotonin, associated with a lower risk of depression.

• Inositol: considered a B-complex vitamin, it also assists in the action of neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, helping to control stress and anxiety.

• L-Tryptophan: essential amino acid precursor of serotonin, known as the “happiness hormone”, causes a feeling of well-being and improves mood. It also helps in melatonin production favoring relaxation and quality sleep.

• Magnesium: mineral with an important role in the process of muscle contraction and relaxation. Helps reduce cortisol, known as the “stress hormone”, promoting a greater sense of well-being.

• Vitamin B6: Involved in several chemical reactions important to the central nervous system and brain function, including the conversion of tryptophan to niacin and the synthesis of several neurotransmitters, such as serotonin. Collaborates in the process of inhibiting impulses in the brain.

• Folic acid: helps raise serotonin levels, contributing to mood improvement.

• Melatonin: hormone naturally produced by the body, with an important role in regulating the circadian cycle. It is known as the biological clock, regulating and improving the quality of sleep.

Another issue related to stress is hair loss, which despite being multifactorial, is closely related to emotional factors, which can aggravate both situations. In that case, Biotin supplementation may be interesting to help strengthen the strands, reducing hair loss.

Biotin plays an important role in building and maintaining healthy nails and hair, but it also participates in other essential metabolic processes, such as energy storage and protein synthesis.

“Managing stress is key. It is worth investing in short breaks in the routine, in addition to activities that provide well-being, such as meditation, yoga, physical exercises, or even dinner with friends, a good book or movie and quality time with the family. Keeping your immunity up to date is a great way to avoid illness and live a healthy life,”

adds the Vitamine-se nutritionist.

About Vitamine

Vitamine-se is a Brazilian brand that combines data intelligence and high-quality supplements to offer personalized nutrition for each person, based on their goals, needs and lifestyle.

The startup is undergoing extensive expansion and already has several investors. Vitamine-se’s product portfolio is available on the brand’s e-commerce and at more than 2,000 points of sale, such as the largest pharmacy chains in Brazil, food channels and others.

The company develops a Quiz in partnership with nutritionists, with fundamental questions about you and your daily life. In the end, it recommends a personalized pack with the best nutrients. When your supplementation is directly aligned with your goals, the results are even better.

*With advisory information

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