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The role of diet in stress management: Applications of therapeutic nutrition

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Stress is a pervasive health concern with profound physiological and psychological consequences. Emerging research highlights the critical role of diet in modulating stress responses and promoting mental well-being. Nutritional interventions incorporating essential micronutrients, adaptogens, and dietary patterns such as the Mediterranean and anti-inflammatory diets have demonstrated significant potential in stress management. This review explores the mechanisms by which therapeutic nutrition influences stress physiology, including the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, gut-brain axis, and neurotransmitter modulation. Additionally, specific dietary components, including omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, polyphenols, and amino acids, are discussed in the context of their stress-relieving properties. This paper aims to provide an evidence-based understanding of dietary strategies that can be integrated into therapeutic interventions for stress management.

Source: International Journal of Physiology Nutrition and Physical Education

DOI: 10.22271/journalofsport.2025.v10.i1c.3034

Authors: Shruti K Bhardwaj, Vijayalakshmi P, Payel Roy, Shreyasi Ghosh, Megha Roy

Institutions: Zydus Lifesciences Limited (India), University of Calcutta, Swami Vivekananda University, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur

Language: English

Topic: Nutritional Studies and Diet

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4409526345