Tag: Micronutrient depletion

Research indicates that exposure to psychological and environmental stress can cause significant micronutrient depletion. This occurs because stress increases the body's metabolic requirements, leading to greater usage and excretion of vital vitamins and minerals. Understanding how stress affects the body's nutrients is the first step toward building nutritional resilience.

Approximately 25% of young children in a recent study had zinc intake below the estimated average requirement, with significantly lower levels observed as added sugar consumption increased. The relationship between a high-sugar diet and low zinc status is complex, involving multiple physiological mechanisms beyond simple nutrient displacement.

Lactation demands a significant amount of energy and nutrients from a mother's body, and research indicates many mothers fail to consume enough to meet these needs, leading to depletion. This guide explores what vitamins does breastfeeding deplete from a mother's stores, impacting both her and her baby's health.