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[Supplement] 2 Stars Multivitamin Follow label directions [Why] 
Several studies have shown that a daily multivitamin-mineral supplement may help people better cope with chronic stress by improving concentration, mood, and energy levels. When asked why they are taking nutritional supplements, combating stress is one of the most common reasons given by people.123 , 124 , 125 Despite this popular attitude, human research on the effects of supplements on stress is sparse and conflicting.126 While there are animal studies and preliminary human reports suggesting that many vitamins are important for protecting the body from the consequences of physical stresses such as surgery,127 evidence supporting the use of vitamins to combat everyday stress is somewhat limited. Several studies have evaluated a daily supplement of vitamin B1 (15 mg), vitamin B2 (15 mg), vitamin B3 (50 mg), vitamin B6 (10 mg), vitamin B12 (10 mcg), vitamin C (500 mg), pantothenic acid (23 mg), folic acid (400 mcg), biotin (150 mcg), calcium (100 mg), magnesium (100 mg), and zinc (10 mg) for combating stress effects. People participating in preliminary trials of this combination have reported some benefits that relate to the effects of chronic stress, including improved concentration, better mood, and less fatigue.128 , 129 , 130 A small double-blind study of this combination reported no significant psychological benefits relating to stress.131 However, in a larger double-blind trial with healthy young men, this supplement resulted in significantly less anxiety and perceived stress according to some measurements after one month, though other stress-related symptoms did not improve.132 Another large, double-blind study of people experiencing high stress levels found this combination significantly helpful after one month according to several measures of anxiety, well-being, and psychological stress.133 In a year-long double-blind trial, a one-a-day type multivitamin-mineral supplement was no better than a supplement containing only vitamin B2 , calcium , and magnesium for improving mental or physical measures of quality of life in a group of healthy adults.134 Stress is understood to have a detrimental effect on the balance of intestinal bacteria,135 , 136 but whether probiotic supplements improve the ability to handle stress is unknown. In a six-month preliminary trial, a multivitamin-mineral (MVM) supplement that also contained a blend of Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, and Bifidobacterium longum was effective for improving scores on a stress questionnaire.137 However, this improvement could have been a placebo effect or could have been due to the MVM component. Controlled research comparing MVM supplements with and without added probiotics is necessary to determine whether probiotics are helpful for treating stress.
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