Everyone reacts to stress differently. During extreme and demanding periods, you need to take steps to support your inner resilience before life gets out of hand, otherwise it can affect your inner balance, immune health and general wellbeing. Here are two key nutrients to focus on.
B vitamins
When you are under pressure from physical, emotional or mental challenges, your body may demand higher levels of certain nutrients. B vitamins are not stored in your body, so you need to ensure you have enough every day, especially during demanding times. Each B vitamin has its own role in ensuring your body runs smoothly. They are also needed collectively for the synthesis of neurotransmitters in your brain, a healthy nervous system, energy metabolism, and healthy red blood cells - so they’re all-important for general vitality.
Rhodiola
Made famous by Russian cosmonauts, Olympic athletes and soldiers in overcoming extreme challenges, rhodiola was used to support restoration of balance on all levels and energy while under extra strain. Not surprisingly, it has become popular in times of fatigue and burnout for busy people in the Western world. Solgar Ultimate Calm and Ultimate Calm Daily Support are ideal for times when the juggle is overwhelming and draining.
Nutritional support for stress
Ultimate Calm is formulated to support when feeling wired, worried or overwhelmed, and when finding it difficult to settle or unwind. This formulation combines two adaptogenic herbs, ashwagandha and saffron. Ashwagandha is backed by over 22 studies showing beneficial support for mental focus, clarity, stamina, mood balance and general wellbeing. Saffron was revered in ancient times and is now backed by modern research for its support for mood balance, sleep and a sense of wellbeing.
Ultimate Calm Daily Support is ideal when you feel exhausted and drained by increased pressure. It combines eight naturally-derived B vitamins and rhodiola extract to support energy, stamina and focus. These B-vitamins are from naturally-sprouted organic quinoa and are bio-actively bound to coenzymes, exactly like the vitamins found in your body.
Are you the tired or wired type? When life gets a little overwhelming, upgrade your current stress management regime. Talk with staff at your local Health 2000 to find out which product suits your needs most!
Always read the label and take as directed. Solgar NZ Ltd, Auckland. TAPSPP8163.
