By Travis Davis HW499: Bachelor’s Capstone in Health and Wellness Professor Edward Eaves VITAMINS, HERBS, NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS, & FOODS FOR STRESS RELIEF AUGUST 26, 2014

 Rhodiola rosea (R. rosea) is one of the most promising plant medicines in the treatment of depression  Rhodiola Rosea is an adaptogen, meaning that it helps the body and brain cells “adapt to” stress, trauma, anxiety, exhaustion and fatigue  The herb stimulates the nervous system, decreases depression, enhances work performance  Eliminates fatigue  Possesses antioxidant properties  Cardiopulmonary protective characteristics (Etcheverry, 2011). RHODIOLA ROSEA

Folic Acid is a member of the B Vitamin Family. Folic Acid is found in foods and can be taken as a supplement. Folic Acid is a mood stabilizer, helps reduce stress and anxiety. FOLIC ADIC

Passion Flower is an herb. Every part of the plant can be utilized for health benefits. Although this plant doesn’t stabilize mood, it supports the nervous system, helps the muscles in the body relax and promotes sleep. PASSION FLOWER

Berries of all kind are packed with antioxidants, anti- inflammatories and anti-fungals that protect and repair cells. If you are eating foods, taking vitamins/supple ments that naturally reduce the inflammation in your body, the body will function better overall. BERRIES

Magnesium is an essential element in the body that we need in our system to function properly. You can find magnesium in some food but due to the chemicals used on most crops, generally people are deficient. You can find magnesium supplements or vitamins and magnesium oil is a great alternative that can be used topically. It helps with aches, gives an energy boost, promotes sleep, releases stress and works as a natural deodorant, MAGNESIUM OIL

Iodine similar to magnesium is an element that is essential to our human bodies. Iodine rich ingredients and foods aren’t always easy to maintain and sustain in most areas which leads to iodine deficiencies. 2-3 drops/day of Lugols 7% Iodine can bring iodine levels in the body back to a healing state. IODINE

 Etcheverry, Paz. (2011). Herbal Spotlight: Rhodiola Rosea for Stress-Relief. Retrieved From: ight%20-%20Rhodiola%20Rosea%20for%20Stress-Relief.html ight%20-%20Rhodiola%20Rosea%20for%20Stress-Relief.html REFERENCES