Your Adrenal Glands May Be Overworked And Causing You To Feel Tired And Overwhelmed Frequently. Understand The Signs And Consider Adrenal Fatigue Treatment.
Life gets stressful, and it’s normal to feel like you’ve been put through the wringer at times. That feeling tends to dissipate once the chaos subsides and you return to your usual daily routine.
The problem arises when you feel like you never leave this state.
It might be a sign of adrenal fatigue, an issue that occurs when your adrenal glands have been under prolonged stress or have felt the effects of certain habits on a regular basis. Rather than continuing to feel this way, consider adrenal fatigue treatment once you understand if this problem could be affecting you.
If your stress levels have been high for a long time, your adrenal glands may need a break.
What Adrenal Fatigue Is
Adrenal fatigue is a term that describes the symptoms you may feel when your adrenal glands are under constant pressure. The concept of this issue stems from the fact that these glands, located above each kidney, produce stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline.
While cortisol, particularly, is necessary for your body’s sleep-wake cycle and to manage stress, it’s one of those things where too much of a good thing isn’t such a positive. The adrenal glands can become overworked and may not produce the hormones as they should.
How It Happens
As mentioned, adrenal fatigue comes from the glands being overworked. But your lifestyle is usually the underlying cause.
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Stress
When you’re frequently under stress and aren’t managing it or giving yourself breaks, your adrenal glands keep pumping out cortisol. You’re ultimately not giving them a rest, and this can affect other parts of your body as well.
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Diet
Your diet also impacts these glands. Let’s say you’re eating a diet high in processed carbs and simple sugars. Your body experiences blood sugar spikes and crashes regularly, and your adrenal glands respond to these extreme changes by producing cortisol to combat them. The same thing may happen when you’re skipping meals.
If you’re eating a diet high in processed foods, sugar, and trans fats, you may increase inflammation that alters your hormone levels and causes your adrenals to respond.
Your adrenal glands require nutrients like vitamin C, B5, and potassium. Without enough of them, your body may not be able to adequately regulate your stress hormones.
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Caffeine
Caffeine consumption at a normal level has health benefits, even if you’re drinking it regularly. And it may help you get through the day. However, if you’re consuming a high amount, especially frequently, you could be causing your body to release adrenaline and cortisol.
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Inadequate Sleep
Not sleeping enough can interfere with normal hormone regulation. It may interfere with your body’s natural rhythm, leading to the adrenal glands releasing cortisol when they shouldn’t.
Not to mention, your body recognizes inadequate sleep as a form of stress, which can trigger the adrenal glands to release cortisol.
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Overexercising
Exercise is good for your body all around. You’re working your heart and muscles. Physical activity also helps you maintain your flexibility and mobility. It’s also an excellent stress reliever.
In excess, though, it causes too much stress on your body and triggers your adrenals to release cortisol. It even happens when you’re not giving yourself rest days on a regular basis.
Signs of Adrenal Fatigue
You may be thinking, “All that is fine and dandy, but I’m not sure if I’ve done enough to cause adrenal fatigue.” And that very well may be true. However, think hard about how you feel every day because you could have adrenal fatigue and not know it. These are some of the more common signs you should look out for:
- Feeling tired throughout the day
- Lacking motivation
- Craving sweet or salty snacks
- Gaining weight unexpectedly
- Experiencing anxiety or depression
- Suffering from brain fog
Over time, when your adrenal glands aren’t working properly, your body will struggle to regulate your blood sugar levels and fluid balance. You may also have an increase in your blood pressure.
Seek Out Adrenal Fatigue Treatment
Adrenal fatigue treatment can get your adrenal glands back on track, and Dr. Shel can assist in the process.
Discussing Your Concerns and Health
If you’re experiencing symptoms, it’s worth reaching out to Dr. Shel. You two will have a discussion about the issues you’re experiencing and how often you’re having them. She’ll also ask you about your medical history to determine if you have a chronic condition that could be contributing to your symptoms.
Part of the visit will include Dr. Shel asking you about your lifestyle habits. She’ll want to know about your diet, exercise habits, sleep patterns, and average stress level. Dr. Shel will also ask about how you typically handle stress.
Getting Treatment
Once assessed, Dr. Shel will determine if adrenal fatigue is the source of your problems. The solution isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach.
To successfully treat adrenal fatigue, our doctor will take a multifaceted approach to improve the health of your adrenals so they get the break they need and start functioning optimally again.
The solution may include IV supplementation, lifestyle changes, and more. As far as lifestyle advice, one example is easing up on your exercise regimen. She’ll stress the importance of getting a quality workout over quantity. Pushing yourself to run that extra mile will only take away from your energy, possibly cause an injury, hinder your next workout, or contribute to a hormone spike.
Give yourself rest days. That doesn’t necessarily mean you have to sit and veg out on the couch. Consider doing a quick 10- or 20-minute workout instead of an hour-long one. Or go for a walk or do light exercise that isn’t overstressing your muscles. Make sure you do a mix of strength and cardio, which can prevent you from straining your body too much.
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Book your appointment today by calling (346) 534-6956 and get your energy and mental clarity back with adrenal fatigue treatment.
