5 nutrients that can help reduce anxiety

By Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi

Published on Oct 18, 2023 06:09 pm IST

A good mental health not just requires rest, rejuvenation and de-stressing, but also nutrition. If you are suffering from anxiety, here are nutrients to add.

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"Your diet can be a secret weapon for mental well-being. Nutrients play a pivotal role in promoting good mental health and reducing anxiety," says Nutritionist Lovneet Batra in her recent Instagram post.(Shutterstock)

Published on Oct 18, 2023 06:09 pm IST

"Your diet can be a secret weapon for mental well-being. Nutrients play a pivotal role in promoting good mental health and reducing anxiety," says Nutritionist Lovneet Batra in her recent Instagram post.(Shutterstock)

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Vitamin D: Vitamin D has immunomodulatory, neuroprotective, and neurotrophic properties and may affect the brain tissues involved in the pathophysiology of anxiety.(Unsplash)

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Vitamin D: Vitamin D has immunomodulatory, neuroprotective, and neurotrophic properties and may affect the brain tissues involved in the pathophysiology of anxiety.(Unsplash)

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NAC: The anti-inflammatory activity of NAC is protective against chronic inﬂammation, which is implicated in the pathogenesis of many psychiatric disorders. NAC can influence the balance of a neurotransmitter called glutamate in the brain. Imbalances in glutamate are associated with anxiety disorders, and NAC may help restore this balance. (Photo by Polina Tankilevitch on Pexels)

Published on Oct 18, 2023 06:09 pm IST

NAC: The anti-inflammatory activity of NAC is protective against chronic inﬂammation, which is implicated in the pathogenesis of many psychiatric disorders. NAC can influence the balance of a neurotransmitter called glutamate in the brain. Imbalances in glutamate are associated with anxiety disorders, and NAC may help restore this balance. (Photo by Polina Tankilevitch on Pexels)

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Magnesium: Magnesium is involved in regulating neurotransmitters and the function of the central nervous system. It helps balance the excitatory and inhibitory signals in the brain, potentially reducing anxiety symptoms. Magnesium may stimulate the production of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that has a calming effect on the brain.(Unsplash)

Published on Oct 18, 2023 06:09 pm IST

Magnesium: Magnesium is involved in regulating neurotransmitters and the function of the central nervous system. It helps balance the excitatory and inhibitory signals in the brain, potentially reducing anxiety symptoms. Magnesium may stimulate the production of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that has a calming effect on the brain.(Unsplash)

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Probiotics: Probiotics have the ability to restore normal microbial balance, and therefore have a potential role in the treatment and prevention of anxiety. They can play a key role in mood regulation by helping to reduce inflammation in your body, produce feel-good neurotransmitters, and affect your stress response. (Unsplash)

Published on Oct 18, 2023 06:09 pm IST

Probiotics: Probiotics have the ability to restore normal microbial balance, and therefore have a potential role in the treatment and prevention of anxiety. They can play a key role in mood regulation by helping to reduce inflammation in your body, produce feel-good neurotransmitters, and affect your stress response. (Unsplash)

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Omega 3: Omega-3 fatty acids are involved in a wide range of physiological functions that are related to neurogenesis, neurotransmission, and neuroinflammation; particularly eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) (Shutterstock)

Published on Oct 18, 2023 06:09 pm IST

Omega 3: Omega-3 fatty acids are involved in a wide range of physiological functions that are related to neurogenesis, neurotransmission, and neuroinflammation; particularly eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) (Shutterstock)

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