Fighting Burn-out: Natural Help For Stress, Fatigue and Adrenal Insufficiency
The adrenal or "stress glands" are small, triangular shaped glands located on the top of the kidneys. Their function is to prepare the body's resources to run or fight through the releasing of specific hormones. When this primitive, instinctive response is activated, blood is diverted from digestive system while our blood pressure, pulse, blood sugar levels increase. At the same time, our pupils dilate and the speed of reflexes increases. All of this happens as a way to ensure our survival.
In modern times, we don't' have to worry about becoming dinner for a hungry tiger or being trampled by a herd of buffalo. Our bodies, however, automatically respond the same way when we are under physical, emotional or mental stress. Many of us live in a state of constant stress that strains our bodies to the point of exhaustion. Over time, and through repetition, this can impact the way the adrenal glands function, causing us to experience adrenal insufficiency or "burn-out".If you think about it, our adrenal glands can be likened to the batteries in a flashlight. They are filled with a charge that is used to run the body and give us that extra edge in times of need.
Each time we use our flashlight, we drain some of the charge from our batteries. Fortunately for us, our batteries are automatically recharged when we eat healthy and get lots of rest. If, on the other hand, we use our flashlight all of the time, and don't recharge our batteries regularly, it is only a matter of time before the light starts to dim and eventually goes out all together.Technically speaking, adrenal insufficiency refers to the inability of adrenal glands to produce the proper quantity of hormones needed to run the body. It should not to be confused with Addison's disease, which is when the adrenal glands fail to produce hormones or shutdown completely. The most common symptom of adrenal insufficiency is fatigue.
Other symptoms include: not feeling rested after sleep, inability to deal with life stressors, poor memory, a low sex drive, frequent infections due to a suppressed immune system, inability to concentrate, depression, mood swings, irritability, weight gain, weakness and hormonal imbalances. There are a number of reasons why people experience adrenal insufficiency. It can be from a genetic or congenital abnormality, but the most common one is stress. Some of us force our bodies to run or fight all the time. Life challenges, financial pressures, relationship issues and unresolved emotional concerns will eventually deplete your adrenal glands.
Internal stressors such as allergies, physical disease, nutritional deficiencies, food and environmental toxins can also put pressure on the body's natural reserves. In addition, stimulants, such as sugar, white flower, caffeine, as well as constant exposure to loud music, loud noise or EM radiation can take a toll on our adrenal glands.Recommendations For WellnessFirst and foremost, stop forcing yourself to keep going and start listening to your body. It will tell you what it needs. If it is tired, try closing your eyes and taking a few deep breaths. Taking a break, even a short one is a great way to let your body rest.
Just let it go. Allow your body to let go of any resentment, blame, guilt, worries or fears that can paralyze the adrenal glands.Learning relaxation techniques such as biofeedback, meditation guided imagery can help you cope with stress better.Try taking a hot bath with lavender or neroli oil at night. These oils can help to calm frazzled nerves, promote a feeling of calmness and bring about a restful nights sleep.Siberian ginseng is an adaptogenic herb that supports the adrenal glands making it a great tonic to help the body deal with stress. Found in the rainforest of South America, the herb suma has been reported to help increase energy levels and rejuvenate the spirit. It has been found to be useful in restoring glandular function and balancing the endocrine system.Licorice Root has traditionally been used to support the adrenals.
This herb is very sweet and is not recommended if you are diabetic.Pantothenic Acid, vitamin B5, is vital for adrenal hormone production and is recommended in supporting the adrenal glands.Nature's Sunshine's Energy-V Capsules and Nervous Fatigue Formula are a collection of stimulating & adaptogenic herbs which can help the body adapt to stress.DHEA is a hormone precursor produced by the adrenal glands. Leading health experts to believe that after the age of 25, the body's ability to produce DHEA declines and supplementation can help increase energy and counteract the effects of stress. Supplements made from bovine adrenal glands provide nutritional support for proper adrenal gland function. Only use this supplement for short periods of time as to not disrupt the normal function of the adrenal glands..
? Copyright Body, Mind & SoulHealer 2005. All rights reserved.Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Rita Louise, Ph.D. is the author of the book ?Avoiding the Cosmic 2x4?. It is her unique gift as a medical intuitive and clairvoyant that illuminates and enlivens her work. Let Dr. Louise help you bring health healing and wholeness back into your life. Visit http://www.soulhealer.com for more informationAdvice For People Who Worry About Money
Money or the lack of it, can cause many people a great deal of stress. People often play mind games with themselves by worrying about certain situations. How will I be able to pay if my car breaks down? How will I cope if I lose my job? In this article, I give money management advice to help people to de-stress about their financial position and future.
Worrying about money is especially true for people who are self-employed. They worry about what might happen if business becomes slow and fear that they will not be able to their mortgage etc. Most businesses go through peaks and troughs and it is of course during the lean times when people start to stress.
Even though the peaks are possibly just around the corner it becomes very hard to positive.
In this situation I would advise people who are self-employed to build up a financial safety net. This money can be saved when they are having a good period and can then be spent when things are not going...
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US Patent Office Approves new Electrical Current
(ContentDesk) April 4, 2006 -- Clear Energy, Inc., a small R&D company in Baltimore, Maryland has been issued a notice of allowance from the US Patent Office for a new electrical current. It has been over 100 years since the last patented electrical current was issued by the US Patent Office.Direct current (DC) is described as electrical current that flows in one direction, and does not reverse its flow as alternating current does. The electricity produced by a (DC) battery is direct current. The polarities of electrodes remain constant.But, what would happen if you have a polarity reversal that caused (DC) currents to reverse direction within two or more electrodes without reversing the anode (+) and cathode (-) power supply polarity? The result is a new current called Sully Direct Current (SDC) ".
It is named after the inventor John T.
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Hell of a gift
HELL - Satan Herself has set up shop online, allowing humans to go to hell, or send someone they love, all with the click of a mouse."People have been dying to get into Hell since the beginning of time," She says. "We're just making the process a little easier."Those who thought they already had everything can now purchase a land title document listing themselves as the owner of private property in Hell ? or obtain a citizenship certificate for this infamous location."Look at it this way," says devil's advocate, Trinity, a former pastor's daughter, now managing the Earth Headquarters for Hell. "Most of us are already going through Hell. "This way you can point to the wall and say ?My life is Living Hell and I have the papers to prove it!'"Also, who's going to push you around if you are a citizen of one of the most notorious places in existence?"The certificates are customized with the purchaser's - or a friend's - name, individually burned on to paper in sizzling color, stamped with...
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SpinLife.com offers 10% discount for Google Checkout shoppers
Columbus, OH (ContentDesk) July 12, 2006 -- SpinLife.com, the nations largest online retailer of durable medical equipment including wheelchairs and electric mobility scooters, will provide an additional 10% off select items purchased using Googles new Google Checkout service.
SpinLife is an early adopter of Googles new Google Checkout service, which provides a single log-in to buy across the web and identifies fast, secure places to shop in search result ads.
Internet shoppers who search on Google for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, lift chairs, or other durable medical equipment on Google should look for the Google Checkout cart next to SpinLifes ads.
This cart lets shoppers know that they can buy from SpinLife using Googles fast, secure checkout process.
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Get the most out of your digital camera today
Point and click. The new life of digital cameras gives us all the opportunity to capture images as we go. Whether you simply hit the shutter button to take pictures of your friends and family or if you want to have your camera with you at all times in order to capture the beauty of life wherever you find it, getting the most out of your digital camera can be easy. Let's imagine ourselves with the perfect set up of digital camera and a few accessories to make things just right. My personal and professional recommendation is that we start with memory.
Get more today. If you only have one memory card for your camera it is time to add to the collection. If you have more than one then good job! The more memory you have for your digital camera the less likely it will be that you get stuck wanting to take more pictures and have no more room on the storage. Memory is relatively cheap, takes up no space in your kit and gives you total control over creativity. Your camera comes with a variety...
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Galaxy Power QuickForm Dramatically Improves Productivity of Battery Manufacturing Process in Side by Side Experiment.
Valley Forge, PA (ContentDesk) Sept 2, 2003 -- Galaxy Power is the leading provider of patented pulsed battery formation technology.
Patented pulse conditioning, charging and termination is available in Galaxy's QuickSaver Product line.
QuickForm is the extension of the QuickSaver product line and is used in battery formation/manufacturing.QuickForm is revolutionary.
Prior to QuickForm a product like this was not available to battery manufacturers.
It has been needed for a long time.
QuickForm Quickly and precisely forms batteries.
Why is this important? With QuickForm battery manufactureres know precisely when a battery is fully formed.
QuickForm uses information as in Galaxy's QuickSaver products to monitor the battery through out th formation process. Standard forming is based on time and most often does little or no monitoring of the battery.QuicForm was used in a controled experiment.
The experiment formed a...
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Have Fun With a Sea Scooter
A sea scooter is a water propeller which facilitates the practices of divers as well as it ads fun to their activities. It makes the practice of this sport easier and allows divers to spend their energies in a better way.
These devices usually are small and light, providing comfort not only in their use but also in their transportation.Sea scooters are used for many different sea related sports and practices besides diving, such as for swimming and snorkeling. Whatever sport you practice you will find it to be an easier and funnier activity by including a sea scooter in your practices. Sea scooters come with a set of batteries which allow you to use them for a certain amount of time and which might vary from 60, 90 or even 150 minutes without having to recharge them.Most sea scooters can be used in many different water environments, from a swimming pool to the sea.
Therefore, they would allow you to use them in many different situations and places, providing a very wide...
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Anniversary Flowers
On the day of your marriage anniversary, you wake up early in the morning, and find your room full of bouquet of fresh flowers. How does it feel? Wonderful, isn't it? It could be the most wonderful start of your special day and the fragrance of those lovely flowers will make you blossom whole of the day.
Such is the wonderful power of the flowers given by loved ones. A hand-tie of pearly lilies, a vase of candy-colored tulips or a mass of golden roses gifted by your husband will prove...
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Compare Dish Network vs. Direct TV
Do you need help in deciding which satellite company is better? Dish Network and Direct TV are the most popular satellite tv systems in the USA. WE have set out and compared Dish Network vs. Direct TV to help you decide on what satellite provider is best for you..Dish Network 1. You get more digital channels for the same price, you get all the free features such as TiVo, up to 4 tv connections, free installation, and more.Dish 2. Dish Network will offers NO Equipment to Buy, FREE Home Protection...
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