Nutrition: How to Decrease the Negative Impacts of Stress on the Body

Stress can lead to increased levels of cortisol production.


Negative Effects:

Too much cortisol in your system gain lead to weight gain, compromise your immune system, fluctuate blood sugar levels, and lead to depression. 

Ways to Regulate Cortisol Production:

1. Consume vitamin C
2. Get plenty of rest
3. Avoid caffeine
4. Meditate
5. Workout
6. Consume melatonin*

*Other supplements to consider are the following:
-- B vitamins
-- Calcium and magnesium
-- Chromium and zinc
-- alpha lipoic acid
-- Grape seed extract
-- Astragalus
-- Eleuthero
-- Schizandra
-- Rhodiola
-- Ashwagandha