Insufficient adrenals are linked to compromised immunity, metabolism and nervous system and hypotension
Cardiovascular System
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Adrenal insufficiency may be a cause of hypotension (low blood pressure)
Immune System
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Adrenal insufficiency may cause suppression of the immune system.
Metabolism: Adrenal Insufficiency may be:
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The cause of chronic fatigue syndrome - the Adrenals of CFS patients are, on average, only 50% of their normal size
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An underlying cause of impaired liver function and hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)
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A cause of salt cravings
Nervous System: Adrenal insufficiency may cause:
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Anxiety, poor concentration, depression
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Excessive drowsiness, insomnia, memory impairment
Hair
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Adrenal insufficiency may occur in conjunction with alopecia
These substances may improve the health of the adrenal glands
Minerals
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Calcium, Magnesium and Zinc may be required for the healthy function of the adrenal glands
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GTF chromium and Vanadium concentrate in the adrenal glands
Vitamins
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Choline - degeneration may occur as a symptom of choline deficiency
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Vitamin A concentrates in the adrenal improves the function of the adrenal glands
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Vitamin B5 may “revive” exhausted adrenal glands
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Vitamin C is essential for the function of the adrenal glands - the adrenals contain about 30 mg of Vit C - the second highest concentration of Vit C of any component of the body
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Vitamin E concentrates in the adrenal glands, they contain 132 mcg of Vit E / gram
Herbs
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Chaparral may increase Vit C levels in the adrenal glands
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Korean ginseng and Siberian Ginseng may improve the function of the adrenal glands
Amino Acids: Alanine may be essential for proper adrenal function and Tyrosine may relieve excessive stress on the adrenals
Carotenoids
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Beta-carotene and Lycopene concentrate in the adrenals
Electromagnetic Radiation
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Negative Ion therapy may increase the weight of the Adrenal Glands by up to 29%
Lipids
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Omega-3 fatty acids - some omega-3 fatty acids concentrate in the cell membranes of the adrenal glands including: Clupanodonic Acid, DHA and EPA
Substances that may be toxic to the adrenal glands:
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Tyramine (an amino acid) may cause over-stimulation of the adrenal glands
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Electromagnetic Radiation: Excessive exposure to positive ions may cause the adrenal glands to shrink by up to 33%.