Personal Update On My Health

I have not written a personal update on how I’ve been doing in quite some time.  To start off, I was told I had adrenal fatigue by a nutritionist who insisted I take a salivary test to determine my cortisol levels. The test revealed that I had adrenal fatigue. Yet, in 2009, I visited an endocrinologist and told him this and he said the salivary tests are unreliable. He ran a more effective blood test to check for cortisol levels and he said I did not have adrenal fatigue.

Okay. So I don’t have to worry about adrenal fatigue, but why am I still exhuasted all of the time and have headaches and bodyaches and feel worse after exertion. Recently we discovered that I have chronic fatigue syndrome. To help me with energy I take 12 grams of d ribose a day, along with 1 tablespoon liquid L Carnitine (an amino acid), and the Fatigue to Fantastic vitamin shake mix. I get all of my supplements at www.vitacost.com. The mixture of these supplements is helping me get back on my feet. Since there is no cure for CFS, I know it will take time  for my body to heal and that I will need to pay attention to my fatigue levels throughout the day and not overdo it. So that is the most recent update. I’ll check back later if I have anything new to post.

Adrenal Fatigue? See A Doctor

I just read something interesting that everyone who thinks they have adrenal fatigue should read. This article may change your outlook on what you “think” you have and help you find the truth behind your fatigue. Here is a snippet of the article:

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Main Category: Endocrinology
Also Included In: Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia;  Primary Care / General Practice;  Preventive Medicine
Article Date: 18 Mar 2010 – 3:00 PDT

Taking vitamins or supplements to treat “adrenal fatigue” may do more harm than good, says Todd Nippoldt, M.D., a Mayo Clinic expert in hormone disorders affecting the adrenal glands.

“Adrenal fatigue is a term that was invented outside the mainstream medical community to explain a collection of nonspecific symptoms, such as fatigue, body aches, sleep disturbances and digestive problems,” says Dr. Nippoldt. In the March issue of Mayo Clinic Women’s HealthSource, he explains why the attention focused on adrenal fatigue — in books, articles and Web sites — is troubling…”

You can read the rest of the article here: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/182688.php

New Fact Sheets Dispel Myths Of Adrenal Fatigue And Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome

I was reading on MedicalNewsToday.com about the recent updates on adrenal fatigue and found this article interesting as it dispels some of the what we are told is the truth about adrenal fatigue. Here is a snippet of the article and a link to where the article can be found:

Main Category: Endocrinology
Article Date: 16 Sep 2010 – 2:00 PDT

“The Hormone Foundation, the public education affiliate of The Endocrine Society, has produced two new fact sheets to dispel myths about so-called “diseases” popularized through the Internet: adrenal fatigue and Wilson’s temperature syndrome.

Myth vs. Fact: Adrenal Fatigue describes the theory behind this supposed disorder in which long-term mental, emotional or physical stress outstrips the adrenal glands’ ability to produce enough hormones. The fact sheet refutes this theory and warns against taking potentially harmful supplements designed to “treat” adrenal fatigue. It also differentiates adrenal fatigue from adrenal insufficiency, a real and rare condition in which the adrenal cortex does not produce enough steroid hormones. Adrenal insufficiency is not caused by mental or physical stress…”

You can read the rest of the article here: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/201246.php

Cylapril for Adrenal Faitgue

Cylapril is said to help combat fatigue, burn out, and help you loose weight that is gained due to adrenal fatigue. If you need help with fatigue and to lose weight check this link out for more information on Cylapril: https://www.cylapril.com/Default.aspx?mid=505019

Adrenal Fatigue Treatments

This website lists several supplements that are said to help improve adrenal fatigue supplements. These supplements include: Cylapril, Adrenal Stress End, and Adrenal Fatigue Fighter. Here is the link for more information: http://www.adrenalrepair.com/?Network=3

Adrenal Faituge Linked to Toxic Lead and Mercury Load in Body

Below is an interesting article on how certain conditions, including adrenal fatigue are linked to toxic levels of lead and mercury in the body.

Breakthrough Study Links Prostate Cancer, Depression, IBS, Adrenal Fatigue And Allergies To Lead And Mercury Toxic Load In Body

Better Health Publishing, announced the results of a breakthrough study in linking multiple medical conditions to the accumulation of toxic metals in the body. Research documenting the effects of modified citrus pectin combined with alginates on the positive clinical outcome of several patients, each with a different health condition appeared in the December-January issue of Forschende Komplementarmedizin(Research in Complementary Medicine), an international peer-reviewed medical journal. 

To read the rest of the article visit: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/95154.php

BodyLogicMD Reports Increase Of Patients Who Suffer From Adrenal Fatigue

The below article talks about what probably causes the increase in adrenal fatigue sufferers as well as ways to treat adrenal fatigue.

BodyLogicMD Reports Increase Of Patients Who Suffer From Adrenal Fatigue

Bioidentical hormone therapyphysicians are noticing an increase of patients suffering from adrenal fatigue according to BodylogicMD. Women and men who suffer the side effects of menopause and andropause (the male menopause) often complain of stress, fatigue, depressed sex drive, weight gain, and anxiety - all of which are indicators of adrenal stress from high cortisol levels. These symptoms of menopause and andropause, which are common precursors to adrenal fatigue, are often misdiagnosed and never properly treated. 

To read the rest of the article visit: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/114880.php

Adrenal Disorders of Pregnancy

There are probably many women out there who have adrenal fatigue and pregnancy, though they may not know they have adrenal problems. I know I have adrenal fatigue as well as being pregnant, just into my third trimester. I have felt better since being pregnant, but adrenal fatigue is still a daily struggle to deal with. For those of you women who have adrenal fatigue and have recently become pregnant or are well into their pregnancy, I hope this following section offers some insight. If need adrenal fatigue support, I recommend visiting the Adrenal Fatigue Yahoo support group at: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/adrenalfatigue/

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ADRENAL DISORDERS OF PREGNANCY
Chapter 2B - Peter R Garner, MD

ADRENAL CORTEX

During pregnancy increased steroid hormone production is essential to meet both the maternal demand for increased estrogens and cortisol and the fetal demand for reproductive and somatic growth and development. In addition, alterations in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone cascade are required to allow for a 50% increase in maternal blood volume without resulting in hypertension. These changes occur through a complex interaction amongst maternal and fetal endocrine systems in the placenta.

CHANGES IN ADRENAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY DURING PREGNANCY

The normal adult adrenal gland weighs approximately 5gms and during pregnancy increases only slightly in size. Histologically, the zona fasciculate (glucocorticoids) widens during pregnancy, which is suggestive of increased secretion. The zona glomerulosa (mineralo-corticoids) and zona reticularis (androgens) remain unchanged in width (1,2).

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To read the rest of this section, please visit: http://www.endotext.org/pregnancy/pregnancy2/pregnancy2b.htm

Essential Oils for Adrenal Fatigue

Tired All The Time? Try These Adrenal Support Essential Oil Blends!

By Misty Rae Cech, ND

Adrenal Support from Nature – Aromatherapy Essential Oil Blends for Fighting Fatigue

Feeling fatigued a little too often? Morning cappuccino no longer doing its job? Getting that feeling that you’ve been worn thin by your busy schedule, and you’re just not bouncing back? These can be signs of over-worked adrenal glands – and can be symptoms of a syndrome known as “Adrenal Fatigue”. Thankfully, a few commonly-available essential oils can offer support in regenerating worn-out adrenal glands.

What is Adrenal Fatigue? The adrenal glands are your body’s workhorses when it comes to dealing with stress. These tiny glands, each about the size of a walnut and shaped like a tiny pyramid, sit atop each kidney. The adrenals produce important hormones such as cortisol, an energy releaser, and pregnenolone, the precursor from which almost all your body’s steroid hormones are made, including DHEA, progesterone, testosterone, and estrogens. Pregnenolone is an extremely important memory enhancer, and not only does it make you smarter, it also brings about feelings of well-being and enhances your ability to deal with stress. Weak adrenal function can have a variety of symptoms, including depression, insomnia, and lowered immune system function. There can be many contributing factors to adrenal fatigue, though these can almost all be lumped into the category of ‘too much stress’! Overwork, sleep deprivation, poor eating habits – particularly too much sugar, injury and illness, and over-use of stimulants are a few common causes. Addressing these issues are of primary importance for long-term regeneration of the adrenals and their hormonal output.

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However, natural adrenal supporting essential oils used in aromatherapy can be very useful in bringing balance and assisting in restoring adrenal function to normal, healthy levels, in mild-to-moderate cases of adrenal fatigue.

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To read the rest of the article visit: http://www.pioneerthinking.com/mrc_tired.html

Eating to Support Your Adrenal Glands

Eating to support your adrenal glands

— small choices can make a difference

by Marcelle Pick, OB/GYN NP

Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms I hear about from my patients at the clinic. And when I ask these women to tell me about what’s going on in their lives, all too often the answers include more responsibility than seems humanly possible. They’re waking up still tired, unable to think straight in the morning without caffeine; needing high-carb snacks, more caffeine, or a nap to get through the afternoon; then burning the midnight oil because they’re too wired to sleep. Pretty soon these women are in a seemingly unending cycle of exhaustion and poor nutrition — and they feel desperate for the energy they once had.

Science tells us that if you experience stress on a chronic basis, the tiny adrenal glands that moderate your stress response and balance many other hormones in your body will suffer. Adrenal fatigue is what develops. And as the adrenal glands become increasingly compromised, women end up with excess abdominal weight, decreased immunity, lack of concentration, irritability, disrupted sleep, and ultimately, pure exhaustion. But the upside is: adrenal fatigue can be prevented and reversed. I’ve seen it time and again. And one of the best places to start is by paying closer attention to the choices you make about food — and not just what you eat, but when you eat it and how.

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To read more on this article visit: http://www.womentowomen.com/adrenalfatigue/adrenalglandnutrition.aspx

You will also be able to read other articles such as:

Adrenal Health in Women - http://www.womentowomen.com/adrenalfatigue/default.aspx

Effects of Stress and High Cortisol Levels – http://www.womentowomen.com/adrenalfatigue/effectsofhighcortisol.aspx

Signs and Symptoms of Adrenal Fatigue – http://www.womentowomen.com/adrenalfatigue/symptoms.aspx

DHEA and Adrenal Fatigue – http://www.womentowomen.com/adrenalfatigue/dhea.aspx