How Multivitamins Can Help Improve Mood and Performance

Daily stress has a significant impact on the body resulting in additional energy and nutrient needs. A recent study in Psychopharmacology has shown that daily use of multivitamins containing B complex, vitamin C and minerals can help healthy individuals improve ratings of stress, mental health and cognitive performance. This study evaluated 210 men between the ages 30 – 55 with full time employment. During the course of 33 days, men received either a placebo or the vitamin/mineral supplementation. At the beginning and end of the 33 day period, study participants completed an array of physical and mental tasks as well as multiple questionnaires including mood states, stress, and general health. Results demonstrated that the group who received the B complex, vitamin C and minerals found improved cognitive performance, ratings of stress and overall mood. This study, like many others of its kind, suggests that healthy individuals can benefit from vitamin and mineral supplementation for specific areas of functioning and well being.

Dr. Soszka’s Comments:

Am I surprised? No. Considering the foods that many modern industrial societies consume on a daily basis are almost devoid of many of the vitamins and minerals we so desperately need its no wonder that people feel better when they actually meet their nutrient requirements. Its unfortunate that it often requires the use of pills to meet your daily needs, but due to soil nutrient depletion and processing of foods that is often the case. I always recommend seeking out locally grown organic fruits and vegetables as well as free-range, organically raise poultry and meat sources.

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