Our bodies respond to stress by releasing a cascade of brain chemicals and hormones that may stimulate appetite. During high stress, our body’s need for certain nutrients increases as it excretes more and the need for the vitamins and minerals increases.

When we are under stress our nutrition suffers. We tend to grab food on the run and eat meals that are unbalanced. We are likely to skip meals and indulge in comfort foods. Eating the right foods ensures that we have the ammunition we need to fight the energy-draining effects of stress.

Tips for managing stress through what you eat: