Balance begins long before calm is felt — it begins with what we feed the cells.
Vitamins and Nutrition — The Foundation of Balance
When life becomes complex, the basics matter most.
Nutrition is not just fuel — it’s information.
Every vitamin, mineral, and amino acid tells the body how to function, recover, and adapt.
In times of stress, we often simplify our diet, skip meals, or rely on quick energy.
But the nervous system doesn’t run on caffeine and willpower — it runs on micronutrient precision.
Nutrition is not just fuel — it’s information.
Every vitamin, mineral, and amino acid tells the body how to function, recover, and adapt.
In times of stress, we often simplify our diet, skip meals, or rely on quick energy.
But the nervous system doesn’t run on caffeine and willpower — it runs on micronutrient precision.
The Role of Micronutrients in Stress and Energy
The human stress response burns through nutrients faster than rest does.
Cortisol increases energy demand; oxidative stress consumes vitamins and minerals used for repair.
That’s why chronic tension often leads to fatigue, low mood, and sleep disturbance — not because the mind is weak, but because the biochemistry is depleted.
Cortisol increases energy demand; oxidative stress consumes vitamins and minerals used for repair.
That’s why chronic tension often leads to fatigue, low mood, and sleep disturbance — not because the mind is weak, but because the biochemistry is depleted.
Vitamins Recognized by EFSA for Psychological and Nervous-System Function
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) lists several vitamins that contribute to normal energy metabolism, psychological performance, and nervous-system balance:
Nutrient | Authorized function | Why it matters |
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | Contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Supports stable cellular energy, especially under stress |
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | Contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Assists mitochondrial function |
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | Contributes to normal psychological function | Co-factor in brain energy production |
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | Contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones | Supports adrenal recovery |
Vitamin B6 & B12 | Contribute to normal psychological function | Essential for neurotransmitter balance |
Folate (B9) | Contributes to normal psychological function | Supports mood regulation |
Vitamin C | Contributes to protection of cells from oxidative stress | Replenishes antioxidant defenses |
Magnesium | Contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | Reduces stress reactivity |
How Deficiency Feels — the Subtle Signs
- Afternoon fatigue despite enough sleep
- Loss of motivation or slower thinking
- Muscle tension or eyelid twitching
- Sugar or caffeine cravings
- Emotional reactivity or feeling “on edge”
They are signals that the body’s nutrient reserves — especially magnesium, B-vitamins, and vitamin C — are running low.
Nutrition and Mental Energy
The brain consumes around 20–25 % of daily energy, mostly as glucose.
Stable energy depends not only on carbohydrates, but also on B-vitamin co-factors, magnesium, and iron for mitochondrial conversion.
Without them, even healthy food turns inefficiently into energy — resulting in the familiar “brain fog.”
Stable energy depends not only on carbohydrates, but also on B-vitamin co-factors, magnesium, and iron for mitochondrial conversion.
Without them, even healthy food turns inefficiently into energy — resulting in the familiar “brain fog.”
The Power of Consistency
There’s no single “superfood” against stress.
What matters is regular nourishment, not reactive supplementation.
Each meal, each supplement, each moment of hydration contributes to a slower, steadier energy curve.
Nutrition doesn’t fix stress. It gives the body the tools to handle it.
What matters is regular nourishment, not reactive supplementation.
Each meal, each supplement, each moment of hydration contributes to a slower, steadier energy curve.
Nutrition doesn’t fix stress. It gives the body the tools to handle it.
Stop Stress® — Nutrition as a Daily Practice
The Stop Stress® system is built on this principle:
that resilience is not intensity, but consistency.
- Stop Stress Day® — provides magnesium and B-vitamins to support normal psychological and nervous-system function.
- Stop Stress Night® — combines valerian and hops, and lemon balm (EU on-hold claims IDs 2680, 2302) to support induction of sleep and relaxation.
Together, they form a 24-hour rhythm — nourish, adapt, rec
Practical Steps Toward Nutritional Stability
Eat slow carbohydrates (whole grains, vegetables) to sustain brain glucose.
Include protein with every meal — amino acids feed neurotransmitters.
Drink enough water — dehydration mimics anxiety symptoms.
Use magnesium and B-complex supplements consistently, not only during crisis.
Keep meals rhythmic — the body finds safety in predictability.
Include protein with every meal — amino acids feed neurotransmitters.
Drink enough water — dehydration mimics anxiety symptoms.
Use magnesium and B-complex supplements consistently, not only during crisis.
Keep meals rhythmic — the body finds safety in predictability.
References and Further Reading
EU Register on Nutrition and Health Claims — https://food.ec.europa.eu/food-safety/labelling-and-nutrition/nutrition-and-health-claims/eu-register-health-claims_en
NDCLAIMS Database (on-hold botanical claims) — Xls
Huskisson, E., Maggini, S., & Ruf, M. (2007). The Influence of Micronutrients on Cognitive Function and Performance. Journal of International Medical Research, 35, 1 - 19. https://doi.org/10.1177/147323000703500101.
Huskisson, E., Maggini, S., & Ruf, M. (2007). The role of vitamins and minerals in energy metabolism and well-being. The Journal of international medical research, 35(3), 277–289. https://doi.org/10.1177/147323000703500301
McEwen B. S. (1998). Stress, adaptation, and disease. Allostasis and allostatic load. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 840, 33–44. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1749-6632.1998.tb09546.x
NDCLAIMS Database (on-hold botanical claims) — Xls
Huskisson, E., Maggini, S., & Ruf, M. (2007). The Influence of Micronutrients on Cognitive Function and Performance. Journal of International Medical Research, 35, 1 - 19. https://doi.org/10.1177/147323000703500101.
Huskisson, E., Maggini, S., & Ruf, M. (2007). The role of vitamins and minerals in energy metabolism and well-being. The Journal of international medical research, 35(3), 277–289. https://doi.org/10.1177/147323000703500301
McEwen B. S. (1998). Stress, adaptation, and disease. Allostasis and allostatic load. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 840, 33–44. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1749-6632.1998.tb09546.x
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Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have any medical condition, please consult your healthcare professional before use.
Learn more about our quality and manufacturing standards.