Stressed? Learn about Adrenal Fatigue

Stress is an inevitable part of everyone’s lives. It’s the body’s way of responding to threat and it hijacks our defense system to help cope with difficulties.

It’s not a a secret that the root of many health issues are related to stress. In fact, research conducted by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that up to 90% of all illness and disease is stress related. Long-term stressors on the body including a diet filled with excessive fat, empty calories, and sugar, can cause obesity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, heart disease, and mood disorders.

Our adrenal glands play a very important role in the way our body deals with stress. The good news is, there are ways of supporting Adaptogens, a category of herbs which have been found to improve adrenal gland function. AdrenaSense contains the important adaptogenic herbs to help support the adrenal glands during stress.

90% of all illness and disease is stress related

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AdrenaSense® contains the important adaptogenic herbs ashwagandha, Siberian ginseng, rhodiola, schisandra, and suma. These herbs have proven to be very effective in support of the adrenal glands during stress. They also:

  • Improve blood sugar metabolism
  • Support the hormonal system
  • Increase energy and stamina
  • Strengthen brain and central nervous system function
  • Protect cells from damage by free radicals

AdrenaSense along with diet and lifestyle changes has been effective to help cope better when dealing with stress, get a restful night’s sleep and reclaim their health.

Take the Adrenal Stress Test

Insert the numbers in the spaces provided:

  1. for issues you have had in the past
  2. for issues that occur occasionally
  3. for issues that occur often
  4. for issues that occur frequently

Check your total score at the end of the quiz.

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Blurred vision/spots in front of eyes
Hormonal imbalances (e.g., thyroid problems)
History of asthma/bronchitis
Prolonged exposure to stress (job, family, illness, caregiving)
Environmental or chemical exposure or sensitivities
Headaches
Blood sugar issues – mood swings
Food allergies
Poor concentration/memory problems
Low energy, excessive fatigue
Easily overwhelmed, inability to cope
Post-exertion fatigue
Dizziness upon standing
Dizziness upon standing
Nervousness/anxiety, depression, irritability, or anger
Shortness of breath/yawning (air hunger)
Cold hands or feet
Insomnia/frequent waking
Low back pain, sore knee or muscles
Excessive urination
Excessive perspiration or no perspiration
Heart racing
Swollen ankles
Eye light sensitivity
Alcohol intolerance
Cravings: sugar, salt, coffee, or other stimulants
Recurrent colds
Upset stomach
Weight gain or weight loss
High or low blood pressure

Total score indicators

If you scored between 30 and 50 – you’ve received an early-warning indicator that your adrenals are starting to weaken.
Between 50 and 80 – start with adrenal support such as AdrenaSense.
Between 80 and 100 – your adrenals are taxed. You may want to take an adrenal glandular product (available in health food stores) with AdrenaSense.
Over 100 – you are suffering from adrenal exhaustion and will require long-term adrenal support.

Top 5 Tips for Adrenal Fatigue

It is estimated that 80% of North Americans experience some level of adrenal fatigue. Do you suspect you might have adrenal fatigue? It’s time to start the recovery process. Here are the top five easy and effective ways to restore adrenal function.

1. Goodbye Sugar & Processed Grains

Say goodbye to excess sugar and processed grains, these are very hard on the adrenal glands. People with adrenal fatigue tend to have low blood sugar. Low blood sugar is another stressful situation that can further tax your adrenal glands.

2. Healthy Fats

Coconut oil, organic olive oil, and clarified butter all greatly support adrenal health.

3. More Sleep

By practicing one or all of these natural adrenal rescuing habits you should start feeling more rested, healthy, and energetic over time.

4. Take Time to Breathe

Deep, controlled breathing has astoundingly positive effects on adrenal health and your overall stress.

5. Limit Coffee

Limit the use of stimulants like coffee when you are suffering from adrenal fatigue.

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