Ask Emily — adrenal fatigue

QUESTION:

How is cortisol related to adrenal fatigue?

ANSWER:

Cortisol is one of the hormones the adrenal glands release to prepare us for “fight or flight”situations. Cortisol, also known as the “stress hormone,” works by increasing blood pressure, increasing blood sugar (for energy) and decreasing the immune response. These are all good physiological responses in the heat of a stressful situation, but if they continue throughout much of your days, weeks or years, your body will suffer. Sustained levels of cortisol can destroy healthy muscle and bone, slow down healing and cell regeneration, disrupt metabolism and digestion and compromise your immune system.

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Our Personal Program is a great place to start

The Personal Program promotes natural adrenal balance with nutritional supplements, our exclusive adrenal support formula, dietary and lifestyle guidance, and optional phone consultations with our Nurse–Educators. It is a convenient, at-home version of what we recommend to all our patients at the clinic.

• To learn more about the Program, go to How the Personal Program works.
• To select the Program that’s right for your symptoms, go to Choose the plan that works for you.
• To assess your symptoms, take our on-line Adrenal Health Profile.
• If you’re ready to get started, learn about our risk-free trial.

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Last Modified: 08/17/2009