Adrenal fatigue is a frequent problem encountered in individuals with high-stress lifestyles. The adrenal glands, which are the source of hormones such as the cortisol, which are released to deal with environmental stress, can become overtaxed, leading to a deficiency in these essential hormones. Cortisol, the bodys main glucorticoid, acts on intermediary metabolism, thereby affecting many processes in the body. Adrenal hormones are essential to a healthy immune system, to warding off cancer, and to metabolizing fats, proteins, and corbohydrates. Adrenal fatigue can also lead to more severe allergies, inflammation, slower healing times, and feelings of tiredness.

Adrenal Fatigue Therapy

Adrenal fatigue therapy will not only speed recovery during an illness, or during times of stress, but is also essential for maintaining maximum vigor as we age. The hormones produced by the adrenal glands affect our bodies every moment of the day; without an adequate production of these hormones, any number of diseases can develop, as evidenced in adrenal fatigue. The goal of natural adrenal fatigue therapy is to help replace the missing hormones, which include testosterone and estrogen as well as cortisol. This involves a multi-pronged approach that involves lifestyle changes, including nutrition, exercise, and addressing sources of stress, in addition to pharmacological therapy. With proper care geared towards their specific needs, adrenal fatigue patients can realize higher energy levels, reduced symptoms of stress, better mood, and optimized immune function.

Underactive Thyroid (Hypothyroidism)

Thyroid insufficiency is a highly under-diagnosed illness, with over 50% of those suffering from the condition being unaware of having an underperforming thyroid. Yet, the symptoms of the disease can be severe and pervasive. The entire body can be affected by a malfunction of the thyroid, leading to symptoms including extreme fatigue, depression, joint pain, low sex drive, irregular menstrual periods, digestive problems, weight gain, heart problems, and a decrease in mental performance.

Adrenal fatigue therapy can improve energy levels and relieve symptoms of stress.

Adrenal fatigue can lead to a variety of symptoms, including weight gain, allergies, and exhaustion.

Natural Thyroid Hormone Therapy and Endocrinology

The thyroid, part of the endocrine system, provides the body with the essential hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine(T3). When these hormones are secreted in inadequate amounts, patients suffer from thyroid insufficiency, or hypothyroidism. Studies have shown that use of the most comprehensive thyroid hormone therapy, which includes T4 and T3 thyroid hormones, can significantly reduce the mental symptoms of hypothyroidism, as well as improving physical symptoms. Natural thyroid hormone therapy aims to address hypothyroidism while avoiding the side effects of certain aggressive synthetic (T3) thyroid hormone replacements, which have been shown to cause reactions as heart palpitations. Please click on the following links and complete each questionnaire. Print the questionnaire (not the analysis) with your answers, and bring to your consultation.

Burnout: http://www.adrenalfatigue.org/burnout.php
Candida: http://www.adrenalfatigue.org/candida.php
Food and Environmental Intolerances: http://www.adrenalfatigue.org/intolerances.php
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