There are a lot of things that can affect our mood—stress, a lack of exercise, shorter days, as well as poor sleep. Of course, when set in motion, these things can all affect our metabolism and lead to weight gain. Which, in turn, can affect our mood.
Can vitamin and nutrients affect your mood and weight?
Good news is, diet and the right nutrients can have a profound affect on our health. In fact, there are specific vitamins can help both your metabolism and your mood.
THE TOP 6 MOOD AND METABOLISM BOOSTING VITAMINS
B VITAMINS TO BOOST YOUR METABOLISM
These essential vitamins play a big role in boosting our metabolism by converting food into energy. Carbohydrates, fats, proteins, you name it, Vitamin B complex will help metabolize it. So, if you’re trying to lose weight, Vitamin B is your friend. On top of that, the B’s also support the central nervous system and help to maintain healthy communication between your muscles and brain. In doing so, they convert amino acids (protein building blocks) into mood-boosting neurotransmitters such as serotonin and norepinephrine. While low levels of B can leave us feeling blue, Vitamins B3, B6, B12 and folic acid have all been associated with helping to fend off depression.
Tespo formulas with Vitamin B: Vision, Women’s Complete Multivitamin, Men’s Complete Multivitamin.
VITAMIN C TO COMBAT OXIDATIVE STRESS
Yes, vitamin C helps keep us healthy, which includes supporting a healthy disposition. Research has shown that taking Vitamin C on a regular basis can help to improve your mood. Studies have also shown that Vitamin C’s ability to combat oxidative stress may help boost metabolism in older people. And, people who are deficient in this Vitamin may have a harder time losing weight.
Tespo formulas with Vitamin C: Vision, Hair, Skin & Nails, Women’s Complete Multivitamin, Men’s Complete Multivitamin.
VITAMIN D TO DITCH STOMACH FAT
Researchers have shown that obese people tend to be low or deficient in Vitamin D. Conversely, a study published in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition outlined that overweight adults who took calcium and Vitamin D supplements lost more stomach fat than those who did not take supplements. The thinking behind this outcome is that Vitamin D helps the body absorb weight loss nutrients while also optimizing the efficiency of our metabolism. Fending off depression or the blues is also important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Recent research outlined in the journal Nutrients showed that depression improved in people who took Vitamin D supplements.
Tespo formulas with Vitamain D: Hair, Skin & Nails, Women’s Complete Multivitamin, Men’s Complete Multivitamin.
AMINO ACIDS TO AVOID DOPAMINE SHORTAGES
Amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein, are key to brain function and the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, which help to boost our mood. They not only play a role in boosting our mood but also in metabolism and maintaining a healthy nervous system. Key mood enhancing amino acids include phenylalanine, glutamine, tryptophan and tyrosine.
Tespo formulas with Amino Acids: Vision, Energy, Energy Plus
MAGNESIUM TO MANAGE YOUR METABOLISM
Like Vitamin B, magnesium plays a key role in the body’s energy production and is essential to healthy nerve, muscle and enzyme function. Magnesium is necessary for more than 300 enzymatic reactions that support brain function and aids our muscle’s ability to contract and relax properly. And by helping to relax our muscles, magnesium can also help us sleep better, which is an important piece to supporting both a good mood and regulating metabolism and appetite. This mineral also plays a role in managing blood glucose and insulin in people who are overweight, which can be helpful for weight loss. It also ensures we make good use of the nutrients and foods we ingest.
Tespo formulas with Magnesium: Women’s Complete Multivitamin, Men’s Complete Multivitamin.
MULTIVITAMINS, TO MAXIMIZE YOUR DAILY NUTRIENTS
A multivitamin serves as a check and balance to make sure you are getting all of the nutrients you need. A daily vitamin routine can keep your metabolism on track. As well as help keep you feeling healthy and happy no matter the season.
Tespo Multivitamin formulas: Women’s Complete Multivitamin, Men’s Complete Multivitamin.