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Adrenal exhaustion and insufficiency
Adrenal insufficiency is commonly associated with the following symptoms, which can vary from mild to extreme.
| fatigue | decreased tolerance to cold | |
| low blood pressure | low blood sugar level (hypoglycemia) | |
| apathy or depression | low self-esteem due to low energy output | |
| joint aches and pains | low levels of gastric hydrochloric acid | |
| tendency to constipation | need for excessive amounts of sleep | |
| poor circulation | lowered resistance to infection | |
| allergies | fears, due to low energy and secondary copper toxicity | |
| low stamina | subnormal body temperature | |
| muscle weakness |
Adrenal cortex secretes three types of hormones:
- First group is determined by the pituitary and regulates potassium and sodium
- The Second group affects glucose, amino acid and fat metabolism
These groups also regulate anti-inflammatory processes - The third group are the steroid hormones : androgens and oestrogens
Adrenal medulla secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine
Which create the fight/flight/freeze response
- Increases blood sugars and fatty acids in the body
- o Increasing pulse and bp
Over time the adrenals stop functioning and we go from hyperadrenaline to adrenal insufficiency
There are many herbs that tonify and strengthen the adrenals. Usually, the thyroid and the adrenals need to be treated hand in hand.
For more information, contact Dr. Holly holly [at] choicesunlimited [dot] ca
Medical Disclaimer:
Information found here is not intended to substitute for
Medical advice, diagnosing or treating any health condition.
Updated September 1, 2010
