Adrenal Disorder
The triangle shaped
organs that rest on top of the kidneys are the adrenals.
The medulla secrets adrenaline and norepinephrine to help the body
handle stress by escalating metabolism. The cortex is
in charge for maintaining the body's balance, regulating sugar
metabolism, and a complex array of steroid hormones such as
cortisone, DHEA, progesterone, estrogen and testosterone.
Adrenal function is impaired by long term cortico-steroid drug
use, as these will cause the adrenals to shrink.
Common symptoms of poor adrenal health are:
lack of energy
unable to stay alert
Fatigue
poor memory
moodiness
brittle nails
dry skin
food cravings
depression
Pre-Disposing
Factors / Common Causes:
1. Continuous Stress
2. Anterior Pituitary dysfunction
3. Diet high in sugar and refined carbohydrates
4. Excess of Caffeine
5. B vitamins deficiency
Lifestyle
Sleep at least 8 hours a night
Fresh air
Sunshine
Drink Fresh water
Yoga to reduce stress
Review medications to insure they are not the underlying cause
Eat a balanced diet
Supplements that May Help
Supplements
Property of Supplement
| Vitamin C |
Vital for Adrenal Function |
| B Vitamin
Complex |
Necessary for adrenal
function |
| L-Tyrosine |
Relieves excess stress |
| Co Q-10 |
Carries oxygen to all the
glands |
| Ginseng |
A natural adaptogen |
| Hops |
Helps to relax and de-stress |
Sour
Jujuba Seed Raw
Suan Zao Ren |
calming, tonic yin |
References:
National Cancer Institute
Healthy Healing by Page
The Science of Self Healing by Dr. Lad
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