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Natural Treatment With Food for Adrenal Fatigue

The adrenal glands' function is to control the body's response to stress. Symptoms of adrenal fatigue are poor stress response, feelings of being cold, tired and run down, weakness, headaches, low blood pressure and many others. Dietary considerations must always factor in when it comes to improving adrenal function.

  1. Vitamin B

    • Include brewer's yeast, brown rice, whole grains, nuts, legumes, wheat germ, broccoli and seeds to the diet for a regular dose of vitamin B, which is easily depleted in periods of stress.

    Immune Boosters

    • Onions, garlic and shiitake and maitake mushrooms all may help stimulate the immune system and lower the adrenal load.

    Amino Acids

    • Eggs, poultry, fish and a combination of beans and rice (together, beans and rice make a complete amino acid profile) all contribute to regulating neurotransmitters, which help the brain control its response to stressful conditions.

    Magnesium

    • Magnesium is elemental to nearly every function of the body. It helps to reduce the adrenal gland burden by relaxing the body. Magnesium can be found in nuts, dark chocolate (use sparingly if at all), dark leafy green vegetables, eggs and tofu.

    Foods to Avoid

    • Caffeinated products such as coffees, teas and colas, sugar, white flour products, non-organic meats and processed foods should be limited or avoided entirely until adrenal function is stabilized.

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