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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Last Modified: 02/16/2010