During the stress response, certain vitamins and minerals are depleted. This may account for some of the detrimental effects of stress on the body. Some vitamins, such as Vitamin C and the B vitamins, can help reduce the effects of stress when taken as supplements.
RESOURCES:
What nutrients are depleted by stress? https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/stress-anxiety-low-mood/stress/what-nutrients-are-depleted-by-stress/
Vitamin C: Stress Buster https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/200304/vitamin-c-stress-buster
Why you need B vitamins when you’re stressed https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/the-health-hub/vitamins-and-supplements/vitamins/vitamin-b/need-b-vitamins-youre-stressed/
Scientists Say Vitamin C May Alleviate The Body’s Response To Stress https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/1999/08/990823072615.htm
STEP 1: Review the resources above about the nutrients that are depleted by stress.
STEP 2: In a one page essay, describe the relationships between stress and micronutrients. Use at least one peer-reviewed journal article as one of at least 3 references. Use APA style in-text citations and a reference list at the end.
