Adrenal Fatigue

Adrenal fatigue occurs when the adrenal glands, which regulate stress hormones, are overburdened to the point of burnout. Those suffering from adrenal fatigue report feeling overly tired and struggling to keep up with daily life. They often feel stressed and crave salty or sweet snacks. This condition is often triggered by stressful life events, such as family crisis, emotional trauma, major surgery, a sudden change in financial status or drug and alcohol abuse. Symptoms include:

• Weight gain

• Fuzzy thinking

• Depression

• Mood swings

• Difficulty in getting out of bed in the morning

• Reliance on caffeine to keep going

• Decreased sex drive

Adrenal fatigue is addressed through lifestyle changes, such as detoxification, nutritional changes, and eliminating exposure to toxins from environmental sources or through use of drugs and alcohol.