How can we create "mental antibodies" to help young people cope with overwhelming difficulties and pressures, and relieve stress amidst the hustle and bustle of life?
Approximately 25% of the population experiences stress, and it is particularly prevalent among students.
According to the latest report, one in eight people worldwide suffers from a mental disorder. In 2020 alone, due to the nationwide impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, depression increased by 28% and anxiety by 26%.
According to statistics from the Institute of Mental Health - Bach Mai Hospital, approximately 30% of the Vietnamese population suffers from mental disorders, with depression accounting for 25% of these cases. In particular, the majority of students and young people in general are experiencing depression, and this trend is increasing.
Explaining the causes of mental health problems among young people, UNICEF's report on "Mental and psychosocial health of children and youth in some provinces and cities in Vietnam" points out that high expectations and pressure from family and school regarding academic achievement, social norms, and increased internet exposure are potential risks to psychosocial health, leading to social isolation, anxiety, sadness, worry, depression, feelings of hopelessness, and in some cases, suicide.
TV presenter Nguyen Mai Anh at the panel discussion "Secrets to a Healthy Gut – Relaxing Mind"
Furthermore, a fairly common but often overlooked cause of mental health problems in young people is damage to the digestive system. Much evidence suggests that the gut microbiome not only impacts gastrointestinal diseases but also affects many aspects of mental health. A healthy gut plays a crucial role in the stable functioning of the central nervous system. Disruptions in the gut microbiota and inflammatory bowel disease can contribute to several common mental health conditions, notably stress responses and depression.
A disordered gut microbiome, with more harmful bacteria than beneficial ones, is one of the factors that can cause stress, and worse, depression. Accordingly, people with autism often have an abnormal and less diverse gut microbiome compared to healthy individuals. This is because the gut is connected to nerves and is involved in sending information back and forth to the brain. Many neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, are produced in the gut. Serotonin creates feelings of happiness and offers many other health benefits, and many studies show that serotonin levels tend to be low in people with depression and anxiety. However, with today's lifestyles, young people often choose foods and drinks that are harmful to the digestive system, leading to poor digestive health.
Probi Happi low-sugar live culture yogurt drink with pomegranate flavor contains approximately 104 billion probiotics to promote healthy digestion and L-5-Hydroxytryptophan to promote mental relaxation.
Because of the close connection between gut health and mental health, caring for the gut is a key to relieving stress among young people today, and maintaining a daily habit of supplementing probiotics to the digestive system, helping the digestive system have more beneficial bacteria than harmful bacteria, is a simple method that can be applied.
As a popular young MC with a constant smile and positive energy wherever she goes, at a Health & Life newspaper forum, MC Mai Anh shared her secret to overcoming stressful times: “Positivity isn't something that comes naturally. I used to be quite negative because I faced a lot of pressure in life. However, after researching and getting a health checkup, I realized that my mental health stemmed from an unhealthy gut. I started changing my mindset, exercising more regularly, and adopting a healthy diet, including more green vegetables, healthy fats, and especially probiotic yogurt drinks to improve my digestive system. From there, my mental health improved significantly…”
In addition, consuming fermented foods, including Probi Happi live culture yogurt drink, is another secret that MC Mai Anh revealed to help the gut microbiome reach an optimal ratio, thereby promoting a more relaxed state of mind.
The market currently offers many types of live culture yogurt drinks containing probiotics (known as beneficial bacteria for the digestive tract). When consumed in sufficient quantities, these probiotics can be effective, creating a strong barrier to protect digestive health. Among them, the L. Casei 431™ strain from Europe stands out, having the most clinical studies demonstrating its effectiveness when taken orally.
Among the many types of probiotic yogurt, Vinamilk 's Probi Happi low-sugar pomegranate-flavored live culture yogurt drink stands out. It contains billions of L. Casei 431™ beneficial bacteria to improve digestion, and also includes the happiness compound L-5-Hydroxytryptophan, a precursor to serotonin in the gut, thereby promoting relaxation and happiness.
Speaking about the active ingredient L-5-Hydroxytryptophan found in Probi Happi, at the seminar, Dr. Tran Khanh Van, Head of the Micronutrient Department, National Institute of Nutrition, said: “L-5-Hydroxytryptophan is an important component of protein, serotonin, and melatonin – these are the “happiness hormones,” regulating emotions, reducing pain, and regulating sleep… Supplementing L-5-Hydroxytryptophan should be done daily, through chicken, fish, nuts, dairy products, including fermented yogurt…”
With its amazing benefits not only for gut health but also for improving mood and relieving stress, Probi Happi can be considered the optimal 2-in-1 choice for young people to have both a healthy digestive system and a relaxed, cheerful spirit.
"Maintaining the habit of drinking two bottles of Probi Happi every day is recommended for a healthy gut and a relaxed mind," advises experts and TV presenter Mai Anh.
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