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Adrenal Disorders
About
Orange colored endocrine glands that are found on the tops of both kidneys. Each gland is made up of the Medulla and the Cortex. The Medulla produces epinephrine and norepinephrine (adrenaline). The Adrenal Cortex produces other hormones necessary for fluid and electrolyte (salt) balance in the body.
Notes
Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) is a hormone that the pituitary gland releases when it gets strained. This very possibly will progress into the occurrence of biochemical events which can release substances that have a tendency to raise blood pressure. Because of the very existence of this hormone, sodium return and potassium excretion can develop. Consequently, stress will not only challenge the adrenal glands but could also allow the body to retain water, a potential cause of hypertension.
Be sure to follow your physician's guidance and take your medicine as prescribed. It is important that you follow a sensible diet. Adding supplements would be beneficial.
Distress or stress that never gets alleviated is a very important reason why people experience "adrenal burnout" with all of its indications which can consist of immune deficiency and degenerative diseases.
Eliminating too much steroid will require monitoring of high blood sugar while adhering to a good diet and medication program, replenishing potassium, controlling high blood pressure, aggressive treatment of infections, balancing calcium intake, and adjusting how much steroid you take at times when you may be ill, just had surgery, or were injured.
Advice
Avoid stress this can be damaging to the adrenal gland.
Eat foods that contain germanium - garlic, onions, shiitake mushrooms, and pearl barley.
Exercise regularly to reduce the stress and support the adrenal glands.
Foods that are stressful to the adrenal gland are fats, fried food, ham, pork, highly processed foods, red meats, sodas, sugar, and white flour.
Highly toxic substances to the adrenal gland are alcohol, caffeine and tobacco.
Include in your weekly diet salmon, tuna or other deep water fish at least 3 times a week.
Make Sure your daily intake of fresh fruit and vegetables is increased especially the green leafy ones.
Helpful nutrients for this condition.
Vitamin B complex
Importance:
Very High
Comments:
Essential to adrenal function.
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Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5)
Importance:
Very High
Comments:
Essential to adrenal function.
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Vitamin C
Importance:
Very High
Comments:
Essential to adrenal function.
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L-Tyrosine
Importance:
High
Comments:
Helps with adrenal function. Alleviates glandular stress. Caution: Do not take tyrosine if you are taking an MAO inhibitor drug.
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Raw adrenal
Importance:
Moderate
Comments:
Aids in fixing and building up the adrenal glands.
Raw adrenal cortex glandulars
Importance:
Moderate
Comments:
Aids in fixing and building up the adrenal glands.
Helpful herbs and supplements for this condition.
Astragalus
Type:
Internal
Purposes:
Protects the body from the effects of stress. Stimulates the immune system and has a normalizing effect on the body's functions.
Dosage:
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Cautions:
Do not take this herb if you have a fever.
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China Gold
Type:
Internal
Purposes:
A great tasting elixir containing 36 treasured botanical herbs, flowers, mushrooms, fruit, roots and bark. Helps to expel fatigue and expels interior cold. Tonifies the liver and kidneys and alleviates pain.
Echinacea
Type:
Internal
Purposes:
The leaf and the root are considered mildly antibacterial and is used for wound healing. Supports the immune system.
Cautions:
Pregnant or lactating women, or persons with auto immune conditions should not take echinacea. Not to be used long term.
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Milk thistle
Type:
Internal
Purposes:
Protects and strengthens the liver and promotes healthy liver function. Protects liver cells from damage due to alcohol, chemicals and toxins.
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Kava Kava, St. John's Wort, and Valerian
Type:
Internal
Purposes:
Natural herbal remedies that help to reduce stress, anxiety, and muscle tension. Valerian is used mainly as a sedative. St. John's Wort mainly used to treat mild to moderate depression.
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Siberian Ginseng
Type:
Internal
Purposes:
Has a tonic effect on the body, strengthens the adrenal glands, and useful for reducing the lack of energy and stress.
Cautions:
Excessive amounts can cause headaches, insomnia, heart palpitations. Do not use if you have high blood pressure, heart disorders, asthma, insomnia, or if you are pregnant or nursing.
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