How to Choose Herbs for Home Remedies to Treat Addison's Disease

Addison's disease is caused by underproduction of hormones by the adrenal glands. These hormones affect blood pressure, digestion, blood sugar levels and kidney function. Early symptoms of Addison's disease, such as fatigue and low blood pressure, often go undetected. In its acute phase, symptoms can be nausea and vomiting, extreme drop in blood pressure and kidney failure. Pharmaceutical medications for Addison's often have negative side effects. There are several gentle herbal remedies that can help persons with Addison's disease.

Instructions

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  Boost energy levels with licorice. Licorice contains a substance called glycyrrhizin, which is a compound that is similar to corticosteroids produced by the adrenal glands. It activates the adrenal glands and provides energy to those who suffer from Addison's disease.

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  Stimulate the glandular system with American Ginseng (Panax quiquinfolia) or Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus Senticosis). Both Ginsengs are the best known herbal adaptogens, which are herbs that stimulate the adrenal glands. American ginseng is recommended as an herbal treatment for Addison's. Siberian ginseng also helps boost energy and circulation

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  Regulate blood sugar levels with astragalus (Huang Qi). Astragalus, or huang qi, has a reputation for regulating blood sugar levels and blood pressure by its beneficial effect on adrenal function. Modern physicians also recognize the benefits of huang qi.

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  Treat Addison's disease with gentian. It increases the absorption of adrenal hormones by the various organs in the body, such as the digestive system and the kidney.