Supplements for Adrenal Insufficiency

Adrenal insufficiency is the inability of the adrenal glands to adequately produce the proper amount of hormones related to stress function and other metabolic processes. The adrenals are the primary glands involved in our fight or flight mechanism.

Causes of Adrenal Insufficiency

• Mild adrenal insufficiency can be caused by physical or emotional stress, poor nutrition, and infection. Nutritional supplements can be useful in supporting the proper function of the adrenals.

Symptoms

• Adrenal insufficiency can produce symptoms such as headaches, muscle aches, joint pain, confusion, impaired memory, fatigue and low motivation.

Function

• Adrenal glands control levels of fatty acids, protein, and glucose in the bloodstream, as well as supporting or suppressing the immune response.

Nutritional Supplements

• With proper nutrition, and the aid of vitamins A, C, E, zinc, manganese and pantothenic acid, the adrenals should begin to function normally and provide symptom relief.

Resolution

• The introduction of supplemental vitamins A, C, E, zinc, manganese and pantothenic acid will strengthen the body's immune system and support the adrenals for optimal secretion of cortisol and other glucocorticoids.