The Adrenal glands have 2 parts:
- The inner part produces epinephrine and nor-epinephrine that deal with stress. (They’re neuro-transmitters)
- The outer part produces cortisol/hydrocortisone. (Not to be confused with the artifical steriod, predinsone: which is an immune suppressant). You can’t live without cortisol. We need it. But too much puts you out of balance and causes all kinds of problems (cataracts, diabetes, insulin-resistance, weight-gain). Too little causes fatigue, dizziness, low blood pressure.
You can support the adrenals through lifestyle modification and stress management.
- Get enough sleep
- Focus on your breath once a day for a few minutes
- Reduce stress
- Eliminate excess sugar & caffeine
- Eat more protein, less refined products
Supplements Recommended by Dr. Bock
- Pantothenic Acid (an essential member of the B-complex vitamins. Helps energy, acne, insomnia, anxiety, etc)
- Vitamin B6 (assists metabolism & hormone function, helps morning sickness)
- Vitamin C
Herbs
- Gaia Herbs Ashwagandha Root Capsules, 60-Count
(Supports healthy immune and stress response)
- Licorice Plus (Metagenics brand) (Supports healthy cortisol metabolism & stress management)
- Adrenal Essence (Xymogen brand)
Wow! This was very interesting. I have a problem with my Adrenal Glands. I guess, that ties into the thyroids. That’s why, I am taking medications for it. I hate to have to remain on the medication but, I was told, that I would have to be on my medications for life. Is that true? I wished, that I didn’t have to be. I guess, we do what we have to in order to live and survive, right? Nice video…..