Adrenal Fatigue...encompasses so much more

[Erica P-G]

Adrenal Fatigue by James L. Wilson

My NTP encouraged me to order this book and after reading the first few pages which I have shared here....this is definitely a piece of any Man or Woman puzzle that LC/MC/CC hits us with.

If anyone feels pulled by these few statements I would also encourage them to order this book too. I look forward to reading the book when it arrives.

You'll have to click each image to read, they are in order top to bottom.

[Gabes-Apg]

Erica
not sure how much this is discussed in the book but the main 'cause' of adrenal fatigue is nutrient imbalance /inflammation toxin overload.

for me and my other health conditions - things like Zinc, magnesium, methylation cycle issues and excess of toxins are main issues for me and my adrenals.

Dr Lam writes good articles on this topic
https://www.drlam.com/blog/electromagne ... -p-1/4426/

Also Dr L Wilson (who is the guru on nutritional balancing especially minerals writes this
http://www.drlwilson.com/articles/adrenal_burnout.htm
(I have his textbook and do quite a bit of reading of his articles regarding nutritional balancing)

Western A Price also has good article that mentions Adrenal Fatigue

These two problems—adrenal fatigue and toxic metal buildup—are strongly related because you cannot excrete metal without good adrenal function. Adrenal function needs to be pretty close to normal or you will start retaining metals, because the adrenal glands have such a big part to play in the proper handling of metals in the body.
The first sign of adrenal fatigue is reliance on stimulants. If the idea of going without your stimulant is an issue, you have adrenal fatigue. There, you have taken the test, now you know.

http://www.westonaprice.org/health-topi ... d-the-mind

[Erica P-G]

Awesome Gabes!

I will look into those articles as well
Thanks

[Gabes-Apg]

Erica
I have also been part of some facebook groups regarding Adrenal Fatigue

one of the main barriers is that adrenal fatigue it is not widely acknowledged by Mainstream medicine, so testing and getting support does require knowledgeable functional practitioners.

long story short best approach is very similar to MC - remove exposure to as many toxins/triggers as possible, manage exposure to the remainder manage our response to stress and fix nutrient imbalances.

of note - I was dealing with Adrenal issues long long before my MC diagnosis. since year 2000, I have been doing focussed supplements and acupuncture treatments for adrenal issues.
The knowledge I have now, nutritional deficiencies and excess toxins were main issue then, and since MC issues it is the same.

[tex]

Interestingly, I note that all of the symptoms listed there for adrenal fatigue are the symptoms of magnesium deficiency. That makes me wonder if adrenal fatigue is another symptom of magnesium deficiency.

Tex

[Vanessa]

I kept thinking "my adrenals are shot" because I was on magnesium already....turns out I needed at least 200 mg more daily and a different form. I agree with Tex and Gabes. Adrenal fatigue is the 80's fancy term for nutrient and mag deficiency.

[Lilja]

Erica
not sure how much this is discussed in the book but the main 'cause' of adrenal fatigue is nutrient imbalance /inflammation toxin overload.

for me and my other health conditions - things like Zinc, magnesium, methylation cycle issues and excess of toxins are main issues for me and my adrenals.

Dr Lam writes good articles on this topic
https://www.drlam.com/blog/electromagne ... -p-1/4426/

Also Dr L Wilson (who is the guru on nutritional balancing especially minerals writes this
http://www.drlwilson.com/articles/adrenal_burnout.htm
(I have his textbook and do quite a bit of reading of his articles regarding nutritional balancing)

Western A Price also has good article that mentions Adrenal Fatigue

These two problems—adrenal fatigue and toxic metal buildup—are strongly related because you cannot excrete metal without good adrenal function. Adrenal function needs to be pretty close to normal or you will start retaining metals, because the adrenal glands have such a big part to play in the proper handling of metals in the body.
The first sign of adrenal fatigue is reliance on stimulants. If the idea of going without your stimulant is an issue, you have adrenal fatigue. There, you have taken the test, now you know.

http://www.westonaprice.org/health-topi ... d-the-mind

I read an article recently regarding "adrenal fatigue". I have translated some of it:

Adrenal fatigue is in fact a very rare condition, and a lot of nutrient imbalances/nutrient deficiencies which give exactly the same symptoms, are commonly defined as "adrenal fatigue", and so is the lack of energy production in the mitochondria of the cells (where ATP is produced), hormonal imbalances, reduced stomach acid production, inflammation of the gut, - which enhances abnormal serotonin activity, hypothyroidism, hypoglycemia, diabetes, allergies, food intolerances, chemical strains, frequent use of corn, soy, canola oil, plant oils, hydrogenated fats, gmo food, etc - will all give the symptoms which would be defined as adrenal fatigue or more correctly, adrenal insufficiency.

Besides meals with lots of proteins and fats, it was recommended to use topic magnesium, or magnesium baths (Epsom salt). Magnesium is the "antistress mineral number 1", as we have learnt. Also, eat every 3. hour to prevent blood sugar from decreasing.

A decrease in blood sugar promotes a stress reaction in our bodies. Each time the blood sugar falls under a certain level, the body will produce adrenalin and cortisol that lowers the metabolism (the energy production) and will release the glucose stored in the glycogen-stores in the liver and/or in the muscles, to use it as energy. Adrenalin also releases the stored fat as "fuel", which is okay in a healthy body, but not in a sick body, as these fatty acids stops the hormon production of the thyroid, which results in inflammation, which again will result in increased leves of serotonin, estrogen, even prolactin, more cortisol and adrenalin etc, and the cycle will continue for several hours, even after you have had yet another meal.

Lilja

[Jonas]

More on adrenal fatigue

https://www.thepaleomom.com/adrenal-fatigue-pt-1/
https://www.thepaleomom.com/demystifyin ... -function/
https://www.thepaleomom.com/adrenal-fat ... e-support/

[Erica P-G]

Nice info everyone...

I know we sound like broken records when it comes to Mag, VitD etc...but it sure comes full circle along with diet changes to being the biggest help in healing ourselves.

My husband (jokingly or not) said one day I'm addicted to Magnesium....I might be but I have a faith feeling about it and how it really is helping to turn things around for me.

Unfortunately I got a respiratory Flu bug this last Tuesday and head ache and joint pain to go along with it. I was doing so well to, it hasn't made my intestines crazy so I'm thankful for that, but the plugged sinus and mucus coughing is getting old today. I am doing everything I can think of to alleviate symptoms safely. I should have kept my mouth shut when I was talking with my cousin that my immune system must be doing lots better because I can't remember getting a flu for a really long time! HA!!

[Deb]

Erica, I got a respiratory bug shortly after announcing I couldn't remember the last time I was sick. :( It started with sinus and ended up with a cough from hell that lasted almost a month. I'm keeping my mouth shut too! Deb

[Lilja]

Hi,

Next time you feel that a sinus infection is on its way, try to rinse the nostrils with very salted water from a rhino horn. It works.

Lilja