Adrenal fatigue is a term for when the adrenal glands are overtaxed and unable to produce adequate levels of cortisol and other hormones. This can leave one feeling persistently fatigued, despite adequate rest and nutrition.
The adrenal glands produce over 50 different hormones that regulate various bodily processes like metabolism, inflammation, blood pressure, and the stress response. Common symptoms of adrenal fatigue may include:
While not an officially recognized medical diagnosis, many healthcare practitioners believe adrenal fatigue is a real phenomenon caused by chronic stress and an unhealthy lifestyle.
Some tips to help overcome adrenal fatigue include:
If you're struggling with persistent exhaustion despite proper self-care, consider getting tested for adrenal fatigue. The expert physicians at Optimal Hormone Health Center offer cutting-edge adrenal testing and create customized treatment plans to renew your energy, vitality and health using the latest science and natural therapies.
Now you may ask - how do I know if I have adrenal fatigue?
Some key signs are feeling tired but wired, having trouble getting up in the mornings, getting a boost then crash from caffeine or sugar, and feeling rundown during stress.
If this sounds like you, take my free (/quiz) to see how your adrenals are functioning. Understanding your adrenal health is key to regaining the energy and zest for life we all deserve!
I hope this gives you a helpful overview on adrenal fatigue - let me know if you have any other questions!