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In order to help the body rid itself of the products of the stress reaction certain nutrients are needed and other foods should be avoided or eaten in small quantity.
Nutrients Needed -
Vitamin C is depleted by the stress reaction because it is used in
the manufacture of the adrenal hormones. It is also used in the
cleansing of the blood. It is needed to fortify he linings of the
nasal cavities called the mucosa. It fights respiratory infections
and reduces allergy reactions Good stress control requires us to
keep ourselves well supplied with vitamin C. It is a good practice
to provide this nutrient with every meal because it cannot be stored.
Citrus juice, tomato juice, V8 juice are good sources of Vitamin C.
Salads with raw vegetables also work well. A stress control poem - Vitamin B complex is also depleted by the stress reaction. One B vitamin is involved in the control of blood sugar. Another one of the group stimulates the liver to remove fat from the blood. A third one is very important in the operation of the nervous system. Vitamin B complex is found in whole grains: wheat, barley, oats, corn, and brown rice. Wheat germ can be sprinkled over potatoes and cooked vegetables. Raw sunflower seed can be soaked in fruit juice for a delicious nutrient.
Foods Not Needed - Sugar in the diet should be reduced. The blood sugar level is already high from the stress reaction. Adding more sugar makes it difficult to lower the blood sugar. Cut down on desserts. Drink diet beverages. Saturated fats should be limited in the daily diet. Cholesterol is the major saturated fat. It is found in animal fat, milk fat, butter, and egg yolks. You can use only egg whites or commercially packaged yolk free egg substitutes. |
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