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NUTRACEUTICAL FOR
SPECIAL SITUATION SUCH
AS STRESS
P R ESENTED BY :
K A LPANA
CO URSE : B .TECH FO O D
T ECHNOLO GY
R EG NUM. - 1 9 14302057

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CONTENT
NAME PAGE NUMBER
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 03
INTRODUCTION 04-05
STRESS AND TYPES OF STRESS 06-07
UNDERSTANDING THE BODY’S STRESS RESPONSE 08-09
NUTRACEUTICALS USED FOR STRESS 10-13
REFRENCE USED 14

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The success and final outcome of this presentation required a lot of guidance and
assistance from many people and I extremely fortunate to have got this all along the
completion of my presentation . Whatever I have done is only due to such guidance and
assistance .
I respect and thank MS Manisha Joshi, for giving me an opportunity to do the presentation
in “NUTRACEUTICAL FOR SPECIAL SITUATION SUCH AS STRESS” and providing us all
support and guidance which made me complete the presentation on time.
Above all I would like to thank God almighty for giving us knowledge and ability to do this
presentation.
Kalpana

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Introduction
Stress is a complicated process that affects everyone
differently.
When the body is exposed to stressors ,it initiates a series
of coordinated responses called “stress responses”, which
include behavioral changes, immunological regulation,
hormone release and various physiological changes.
Stress is the physiological response to risk or pressure and
it displays physically as fatigue or energy loss and
psychologically as irritation or tension.
One of the most effective techniques for dealing with stress
is to eat stress-relieving and nutrient-reducing meals.

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The term ‘Nutraceutical’ is composed up of the word
“Nutrient” and “Pharmaceutical” for dealing with stress
is to eat stress-relieving and nutrient-reducing meals.
Nutraceuticals are products that can be used for both
nutrition and therapy.
Nutraceuticals include foods such as dietary fibers ,
prebiotics, probiotics, polyunsaturated fatty acids ,
antioxidants and other herbal/natural foods.
These nutraceuticals play a distinct and important role
in stress management.

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Stress And Its Types
Stress can be defined as any type of
change that causes physical,
emotional or psychological strain.
Stress is your body’s response to
anything that requires attention or
action.

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TYPES OF STRESS
ACUTE STRESS - Acute stress is very short-term type of stress that can either be positive or
more distressing . This is the type of stress we most often encounter in day to day life.
CHRONIC STRESS – Chronic stress is a stress that seems never ending and inescapable, like the
stress of Bad marriage or an extremely taxing job . It can also stem from childhood trauma .
EPISODIC ACUTE STRESS – It is a acute stress that seems to run rampant and be a way of life ,
creating a life of ongoing distress.
EUSTRESS – Eustress is fun and exciting . It’s known a positive type of stress that can keep you
energized . Its associated with surges of adrenaline.

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Understanding The Body’s Stress
Response
A stress response begins when the brain receives a message from the eyes or ears about
perceived danger. This sensory information goes to the amygdala for emotional processing.
When it perceives danger, the amygdala sends a distress signal to the hypothalamus. This
area of the brain communicates with the rest of the body through the autonomic nervous
system, which includes the sympathetic and the parasympathetic nervous systems. The
sympathetic nervous system (SNS) functions like a gas pedal in a car. It triggers the fight-or-
flight response, providing the body with a burst of energy in response to stress. On the
other hand, the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) acts like a brake. It triggers the “rest
and digest” response to calm the body down after the danger has passed.
When the sympathetic nervous system is activated, it signals the adrenal glands to release
epinephrine (also known as adrenaline) into the bloodstream. This is what causes the
physiological reactions to a stressful situation, including increased respiration, heart rate,
pulse, and blood pressure. Epinephrine also triggers the release of blood sugar and fats
from temporary storage sites in the body. These nutrients flood into the bloodstream,
supplying energy to all parts of the body.

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For better understanding……
https://youtu.be/WuyPuH9ojCE

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Nutraceuticals Used For Stress
MAGNESIUM
It is a calming mineral that helps our brains cope with fear,
anxiety, and nervousness. Symptoms of magnesium
deficiency include paranoia, anxiety, depression, confusion,
anger, nervousness, insomnia. Magnesium is quickly depleted
during times of stress, so it’s important to supplement Mg
during times of increased stress or worry.

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L-Theanine
The alpha brain wave state is the
frequency that helps us calm down when
necessary and promotes feelings of deep
relaxation. During a stress response, a
phenomenon called “alpha blocking” may
occur. This involves excessive beta activity
and very little alpha.

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5-HTP
5-Hydroxytryptophan is an amino acid
that is involved in the production of
serotonin. Serotonin is a
neurotransmitter that plays a major
role in the regulation of mood, as well
as how the brain handles stress and
anxiety. Our bodies readily absorb 5-
HTP from an oral dose, with about 70%
ending up in the bloodstream. It easily
crosses the blood-brain barrier and
effectively increases synthesis of
serotonin.

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INOSITOL
Inositol (or vitamin B8) is a naturally-
occurring compound necessary for cell
formation, nerve transmission and fat
transport in the body. Our bodies make
inositol, and it is also found in beans, nuts,
cantaloupe, and wheat.

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REFERENCE
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7796270/#:~:text=5-
HTP%20has%20the%20potential,sleep%20and%20reduces%20sleep%20disorder
https://lindseyelmore.com/nutraceuticals-for-stress-and-anxiety/
https://www.everydayhealth.com/stress/best-supplements-that-may-help-reduce-stress-and-
one-to-avoid/
https://www.gcriindia.org/Download/GCS%20Journal%20Oct%202019/008%20Nutraceuticals
%20and%20Stress.pdf

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