Overcoming Adrenal Fatigue

Do you wake up every morning feeling tired, overwhelmed, and stressed? Are you constantly reaching for coffee, soda, or some other promise of energy just to keep yourself going? Do you struggle through the day—sluggish, irritable, forgetful, depressed, and craving sweets—only to have trouble sleeping at night? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, you’re not alone. In fact, hundreds of thousands of women are fighting these same feelings as they strive to live the lives they want. In Is It Me Or My Adrenals?, Marcelle Pick gives you the knowledge and tools to overcome this epidemic of fatigue. She uncovers the root cause of these symptoms: adrenal dysfunction. In our modern lives, the adrenal glands, which provide the fight-or-flight hormones in response to stress, are triggered much more often than they should be. Everything from challenges at home and at work, to environmental toxins, to chronic health problems cause the adrenal glands to produce a constant flood of stress hormones that can ultimately lead to multiple health issues, especially severe fatigue. The good news is that through diet, lifestyle adjustments, and reprogramming of stressful emotional patterns, this can all be fixed! Pick helps you identify which of the three adrenal profiles you fit—Racehorse, Workhorse, or Flatliner—and then lays out an easy-to-follow, scientifically based program to help you restore adrenal balance, regear your metabolism, and regain your natural energy to live a happier and less-stressed life.

There is an epidemic of fatigue running rampant in our society. Every morning, hundreds of thousands of women wake up to find themselves exhausted, overwhelmed, and overstressed. Groggily turning off the alarm, they reach for coffee, soda, or some other promise of energy. They suffer through the day-irritable, on edge, forgetful, depressed, and craving sweets. And then, at night, they have trouble sleeping. Diet and exercise don't seem to change things-if they even have the energy to follow these programs. So what on earth is going on?In Are You Tired and Wired?, Marcelle Pick, co-founder of Women to Women-one of the first clinics in the country devoted to providing health care for women by women-and the author of The Core Balance Diet, focuses on the root cause of these symptoms: adrenal dysfunction.With all the stresses that exist today-from challenges at home and at work to environmental toxins to chronic health problems-the adrenal glands, which are responsible for providing the fight-or-flight hormones, can force the body to endure a constant flood of stress hormones that can ultimately lead to multiple health issues, especially severe fatigue. The good news is that through diet, lifestyle adjustments, and reprogramming of stressful emotional patterns this can all be fixed!Pick helps readers identify which of three adrenal dysfunction profiles they fit-racehorse, workhorse, or flatliner-and then lays out an easy-to-follow, scientifically based program to help them restore adrenal balance, re-gear their metabolism, and regain their natural energy to live a happier and less-stressed life.

Your adrenal glands play a key role in helping you control stress and maintain energy throughout the day. When these small but important glands malfunction, you may start to notice the telltale signs of adrenal fatigue. Decreased energy, weight gain, mood changes, inability to handle stress, and a weakened immune system are just a few of the symptoms of adrenal imbalance. It can slow you down, interfere with your overall sense of wellness, and even make you feel depressed. If you suspect that adrenal imbalance is causing symptoms for you, this book will help you figure out what's going wrong and partner with your health care provider to find solutions. In Overcoming Adrenal Fatigue, you'll find clear self-evaluations and treatment guidelines that will empower you to take charge of your adrenal health through nutrition, vitamins, herbs, bioidentical adrenal hormone supplementation, and self-care practices. This complete guide to optimizing adrenal health will give you the tools you'll need to get your symptoms under control and regain the energy to enjoy your active lifestyle. The complete program in this workbook will help you: Rebuild fatigued adrenals with balancing herbs and supplements Eat for all-day energy and improved concentration Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques to reduce stress Learn about medications that can help

Restore Adrenal Balance and Regain Your Energy, Vitality, and Health Your adrenal glands play a key role in helping you control stress and maintain energy throughout the day. When these small but important glands malfunction, you may start to notice the telltale signs of adrenal fatigue. Decreased energy, weight gain, mood changes, inability to handle stress, and a weakened immune system are just a few of the symptoms of adrenal imbalance. It can slow you down, interfere with your overall sense of wellness, and even make you feel depressed. If you suspect that adrenal imbalance is causing symptoms for you, this book will help you figure out what's going wrong and partner with your health care provider to find solutions. In Overcoming Adrenal Fatigue, you'll find clear self-evaluations and treatment guidelines that will empower you to take charge of your adrenal health through nutrition, vitamins, herbs, bioidentical adrenal hormone supplementation, and self-care practices. This complete guide to optimizing adrenal health will give you the tools you'll need to get your symptoms under control and regain the energy to enjoy your active lifestyle. The complete program in this workbook will help you:•Rebuild fatigued adrenals with balancing herbs and supplements•Eat for all-day energy and improved concentration•Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques to reduce stress•Learn about medications that can help

"Do you wake up every morning feeling tired, overwhelmed, and stressed? Are you constantly reaching for coffee, soda, or some other promise of energy just to keep yourself going? Do you struggle through the day -- sluggish, irritable, forgetful, depressed, and craving sweets -- only to have trouble sleeping at night? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, you're not alone. In fact, hundreds of thousands of women are fighting these same feelings as they strive to live the lives they want. In Is It Me Or My Adrenals?, Marcelle Pick gives you the knowledge and tools to overcome this epidemic of fatigue. She uncovers the root cause of these symptoms: adrenal dysfunction. In our modern lives, the adrenal glands, which provide the fight-or-flight hormones in response to stress, are triggered much more often than they should be. Everything from challenges at home and at work, to environmental toxins, to chronic health problems cause the adrenal glands to produce a constant flood of stress hormones that can ultimately lead to multiple health issues, especially severe fatigue. The good news is that through diet, lifestyle adjustments, and reprogramming of stressful emotional patterns, this can all be fixed! Pick helps you identify which of the three adrenal profiles you fit -- Racehorse, Workhorse, or Flatliner -- and then lays out an easy-to-follow, scientifically based program to help you restore adrenal balance, regear your metabolism, and regain your natural energy to live a happier and less-stressed life." -- Amazon.com.

Common health complaints today often revolve around persistent fatigue and lethargy. However, identifying the underlying causes and effective solutions for these issues can be challenging. If you're experiencing fatigue alongside symptoms like difficulty concentrating, insomnia, weight loss challenges, anxiety, allergies, or brain fog, it's possible that Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome (AFS) is a contributing factor. The prevalence of Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome has increased, particularly in the context of modern lifestyles characterized by fast-paced, high-stress daily routines. This syndrome typically emerges in response to stress, leading individuals, both men and women, to exhaust their adrenal glands. Situated atop the kidneys and no larger than a walnut, these glands play a crucial role in helping the body cope with stress. They impact every tissue, organ, and cell, and also influence emotions and thoughts by secreting hormones that aid in maintaining bodily functions during stressful periods. Various forms of stress, whether physical, emotional, or mental, can take a toll on the adrenal glands. Daily minor stressors gradually erode the resilience of these glands, and if they are not given adequate time to recover, a significant traumatic event may lead to a decline in optimal adrenal function. Regardless of the stressor's nature, the adrenal glands respond similarly to stress. The cumulative impact of the number, duration, frequency, and intensity of stressors determines how the body copes with stress in the long run.

Most of us know that the body is connected. What happens in what part of the body can affect another part; however, most of us don't always understand how this happens and what the true impact is. Take the connection between the thyroid and the adrenal glands. The hypothalamus sends a message to the pituitary gland, which then sends messages to the adrenal glands and thyroid - this negative feedback loop is called the HPTA (hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid-adrenal) axis. The thyroid hormone is responsible for telling your cells how quickly to produce protein and burn energy. The primary job of the adrenal gland is responsible for producing the correct amount of stress hormones. This is what the book. "Overwhelmed? Effective Ways To Overcome Adrenal Fatigue" by Nathaniel Cross is all about, you can learn the best ways to overcome adrenal fatigue. Did you know that adrenal fatigue is deadly and can be fatal if not treated? For your thyroid to function optimally, you need the correct amount of cortisol. If there is an imbalance anywhere along the HPTA, it can lead to an underactive or overactive thyroid or adrenal gland. This is also why there can be thyroid dysfunction even when your thyroid lab is in the normal range. Graves' disease, which causes hyperthyroidism, often results after a sudden stressful change in a person's life. Too much stress also leads to the thyroid slowing or hypothyroidism.

Pick, co-founder of Women to Women--one of the first clinics in the country devoted to providing health care for women by women--focuses on the root cause of the symptoms of adrenal fatigue and offers a proven 30-day program for restoring adrenal balance.