The adrenal glands are the unsung heroes of the human body. They get a bad rap because of their association with stress, but without them, we would lack the fight-or-flight response that has kept humans alive through the ages.

But what exactly are adrenal glands? And do we really have to pay that much attention to them?

Your adrenals are two small, triangular-shaped glands located on top of your kidneys. They are each about 1.5 inches wide and 3 inches long. But even though they are small, they are mighty.

Your adrenals are in charge of some very important functions. Ever heard of a minor internal process called metabolism? Not possible without your adrenals.

And if you’ve ever gotten out of a scary situation due to heightened adrenaline giving you the kick you need, you have your adrenals to thank.

So yes, your adrenals are important and deserve love and care. Otherwise, you end up with:

Adrenal Fatigue

Adrenal fatigue is bad news when it comes to overall health. It is exactly what it sounds like:

Your adrenals become overworked and exhausted and are therefore unable to function at normal levels. And what causes this overwork?

Constant stress.

Our bodies were actually designed quite brilliantly to produce hormones that would kick us into high, survival-is-everything mode when stress is present. When we encounter a stressful situation, our adrenals produce cortisol to create extra energy for our fight-or-flight response.

The problem?

In modern life, stress is always present. And your adrenals can’t tell the difference between actual, my-life-is-in-danger stress and humdrum, first-world problem stress.

The bottom line?

Your adrenals end up always “on” and almost never get a moment to rest. This can lead to adrenal fatigue symptoms such as:

Allergies
Poor sleep
Loss of energy
Fatigue
Nervousness
Digestive problems
And more

In other words, your quality of life will suffer right along with your adrenals.

How To Support Your Adrenals

The good news is that all is not lost if you suspect you have adrenal fatigue. The first thing you should do is make some lifestyle changes:

Adrenal fatigue is caused by constant stress, so eliminating sources of stress and setting aside time to consciously take care of yourself should be a priority. Some suggestions for this include:

Noticing if certain people tend to increase your stress. Limit your time with them as much as possible.
Exercising frequently. You will feel good, and exercise counts as “me” time!
Putting the screens down and walking away. Instead, read a book, play a game, or interact with others in some way.. Studies show that increased screen use leads to a corresponding increase in stress markers.

There are also nutrient-dense foods that support healthy adrenal function. Some of these are:

Avocado
Fish high in healthy fats (i.e. salmon)
Nuts
Fermented foods
For a more complete list, go here

Fix The Problem At The Source – The Magic of Adaptogens

Reducing stress and improving your diet are both important. But what about if your adrenals are already stressed out? Is there anything you can do to speed up the healing process naturally?

Yes!

Adaptogens are 100% natural herbs that have an amazing benefit for the human body: the ability to address stress at the cellular level to bring about and maintain homeostasis (balance). Adaptogens were named for their ability to help your body adapt to stress.

So when it comes to healthy adrenal function, adaptogens were tailor-made (by Mother Nature) for the job.

The benefits of adaptogens have to be felt to be believed. So if you are feeling constantly stressed, fatigued, etc., give them a try!

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