"Oh dear, I'm stressed!" At first, this is no reason to worry, becauseWithout stress not much can be doneEven if we think we can do without it, stress is vital. It drives us toTop performanceand motivates us to solve problems. By distributingStress hormonesour body reacts to the daily demands: AProtection program, without which our ancestors would not have survived. Back then, the body had to be prepared forFight or flightto mobilize. In the meantime, the signs have changed:Stress triggersno longer appear in the form of sabre-toothed tigers, and we can no longer get rid of stress by running away. On the contrary: stress factors such as time and performance pressure, personal conflicts,Overstimulationandconstant accessibilityencountered in all areas of life. If we do not have the opportunity to relax sufficiently, the originallife-saving alarm stateof the bodylife-threatening permanent conditionThen it is time to act!

Unfortunately, everyone knows this today: The oppressive feeling when youtoo many tasks too little timeThe typical consequence is permanentTensionin work and everyday life. Everything becomes too much! If you can no longer switch off permanently, you may bechronic overloadedAnother side effect of prolonged tension without recovery phases can be a strongDecrease in energy and vital substance reservesof the body. These micronutrient deficiencies can also be caused by recurrentStress statesWith the right vital substances we canProtective functionsof the body: Vitamin E is a powerfulantioxidantto neutralize free radicals.vitamin Csustainably strengthens yourimmune systemIf you feel overworked, you need to have particularly strong nerves: eathigh in proteinand rely on supportingB vitamins.Carotenoidsalso workantioxidantand canCell damageprevent diseases caused by stress.

Achieve more balance with the right diet

Onebalanced nutritionis the prerequisite for the internal and externalbalanceHowever, after a stressful day, most people often lack the time to cook something healthy. Then they like toFast food, ready meals or sweets. These foods are extremely unhealthy because they contain hardly anyVitamins, minerals andTrace elementsBut especially inStressful timesour body needs more vital substances to supply it with energy again. Poor nutrition, lack of sleep and inner restlessness lead to the body consuming more vital substances than it absorbs. Do not wait until the firstSymptomsbut prevent it early. Vital substances can help to reduce theConcentration and memory performanceand reduce the effects of stress. In addition, they strengthen theimmune systemand supplyCells and muscleswith sufficientenergyin order to remain resilient in everyday life.

When tiredness dominates everyday life

Permanent exhaustion andFatiguecan have many causes. These include, for example,chronic overloadin the professional or private sphere paired withlittle movement,poor nutritionas well as irregular sleepIn the long run, this leads to serious health problems. Various vital substances can help to reduce exhaustion and tiredness.Recovery processsupport. Since overloading theVitamin C storagequickly, vitamin C should be taken additionally. With increased mental and physical activity, theVitamin B requirements. Vitamin B has an important function inEnergy metabolismA deficiency can lead toincreased fatigueThis applies equally to an undersupply ofVitamin B12,ironorzinc.Vitamin B6 supports the formation of the hormones dopamine and norepinephrine. Isoflavones contribute to hormonal balance and thus to amore balanced moodCitrus bioflavonoids work withVitamins C and Eagainstfree radicals, which occur more frequently under stress. The “Anti-stress mineral” magnesium calms the nerves and relaxes the muscles, andVitamin Ehelps to improveOxygen supplyof the brain cells.

Create balance through exercise

When under constant tension, your body needs a balance in order to be able to regenerate. The best way to deal with mental and physical stress isphysical activity. RegularMovementcauses stress hormones such asCortisol and adrenalinebe broken down more quickly. If you work a lot sitting down, you should definitely get aOutdoor sportThis could be, for example,Jogging, Nordic WalkingorRide a bikeas well as To swimor long walks. Medicom advises: Make sure you have regular relaxation and rest periods in your everyday life. From a variety ofRelaxation practiceslike meditation, yoga, tai chi or gymnastics you can find the right thing for every situation.