Expert: Tonja Wells - 2/15/2009

Question
Hi, I am trying to find ways to supplement adrenal fatigue.  I have a sensitive stomach and concerned that some supplements won't agree with me.  I've never been able to digest a regular vitamin but I need to help my body.  I took care of my fiance for years while he had a terminal illness and died 3 yrs. ago.  I also have panic attacks, hypoglycemia and anxiety.  I'm 5'3", 140 lbs, 57 yrs old.  Any help would be appreciated. Deborah

Answer
If it were me I would suggest
Adrenal Support and Nervous Fatigue Formula B complex.

If herbal upset your stomach I would be sure to take them after the meal and not before or on an empty stomach.

There are a few other supplments I would suggest but this would be a good place to start to see how your stomach does.

I also have a conference call that may still be available to listen to.  Let me know if you would like to hear it.

You can order the above herbals at
www.yourherbalhealthsolutions.com

See info below for more suggestions
STAGES OF STRESS - General Adaptation Syndrome

1. Alarm stage



INDICATIONS
1.      Sugar Cravings

2.      Sudden fatigue in mid-afternoon about 1-3

3.      Mood

4.      Irritability or confusion when food is not eaten regularly.  

5.      Sudden coldness of limbs or nose

6.      Hyperactivity or difficulty concentrating

7.      Can't remember

8.      Circulator problems

9.  Easily tired in the summer

9.      Excess hair, particularly in women, such as     

      facial hair.

11. Infertility

12. Decreased libido

13. Thirsty

14. Dizziness or shakiness

15.    People who fly a lot

16.    Mental illness

17.    Bumpy itchy skin



Herbal Suggestions: HY-A, , Mineral Chi Tonic, Nutri-Calm



2. Resistance stage



INDICATIONS

1.         High blood pressure

2.         High blood sugar

3.         Depress healing in the body

4.         Bone loss

5.         Lowered immune response

6.         Thinning hair

7.         Muscle wasting

8.         Development of abdominal fat

9.         Feeling of tension and stress

10.     Anxiety

11.     Shallow breathing

12.     Muscle tension



Herbal Suggestions: Eleuthero, Stress-Relief, Mineral Chi Tonic, Adrenal Support, Suma, Kava



3. Exhaustion stage - Burnout.  



INDICATIONS
1.      Low blood pressure

2.      Low blood sugar

3.      Heart palpitations

4.      You want sweets and carbs

5.      Poor memory and hard time concentrating

6.      Insomnia - tired from the dreams

7.      Nervousness & Irritability

8.      Mental confusion

9.      Fatigue

10.  Low sex drive

11.  Dark purple circles under the eyes

12.  The pupils may pulse or be very large

13.  The tongue will pulse

14.  Night sweats

15.  ADD

16.  Dry skin

17.  Low body temperate

18.  Cold hands and feet

19.  Can't speak or articulate your feelings clearly

20.  Shell shock - No way to unwind



Herbal Suggestions: Nervous Fatigue Formula, B complex, Lavender Oil bath, Mineral Chi Tonic




Common foods, drinks and lifestyle habits that contribute to adrenal fatigue
Sugar - Instead: Use Stevia or Xylitol- an all-natural herbal sweetener that gives you a sweet taste without feeding candida, raising your blood sugar or robbing your body of minerals.
Coffee - Instead: Replace your morning cup of adrenaline boosting coffee with a green drink or an herbal beverage of roasted barley & chicory.
Too much animal protein - most people don't have enough stomach acid to digest animal protein properly, creating an acidic condition in their blood.  -Instead: Take HCL like Food Enzymes to break down heavy proteins or switch to lighter proteins like fish/turkey and chicken.
Processed foods strip your body of minerals making your blood acidic and your adrenals weaken quickly. Over time you will look and feel older than your age. This is one of the most important anti-aging secrets to delay and even reverse old age. - Instead: Use a NSP's Mineral Chi Tonic
Soda pop - Instead: Use organic lemon juice sweetened with stevia or xylitol to make all natural lemonade or drink water.
Drugs - this includes over the counter  and prescription drugs.


Those with adrenal/stress issues:

1.      Need Proteins which are good for your blood type.

2.      Worst enemy is caffeine and sugar - Caffeine whips the adrenals.

3.      Need to remember Hypoglycemia can also be related to alcoholism

4.      Food allergies can affect blood sugar

5.       Need to eat 6 small meals a day and include protein

6.      Need whole grains + B's + C's

7.      Chromium or Colloidal Minerals will stabilize the blood sugar levels and reduce cravings for sweets.



How Stress Affects Our Health
1. Stress can Weaken Our Cardiovascular System

a.       We can eliminate coffee and caffeine, reduce salt intake and drink plenty of lemon water.  

b.      I also suggest Magnesium and Kava make great muscle relaxants.

c.       Capsicum, Garlic & Parsley combination or Blood Pressure X + nervines to help the nervous system.

d.      Oils Lavender, Ylang Ylang and Lemon.  Avoid Rosemary



2. Stress Can Weaken the Immune System

a.       The best way to have a healthy immune system is to have a healthy body.  To do this we need Minerals, EFA's, Enzymes & greens.  Your goal is to build your vital energy.

b.      Essential oils like Frankincense, tea tree, oregano, cloves, myrrh and lemon (which stimulates both red and white blood cell formation)

c. Thai Go and Probiotics are you best line of defense.

 

3.      Stress is Associated with Anxiety & Depression

     5-HTP, St. Johns Wort, Sam-e, Probiotics, Chinese Mood Elevator, Nutri-Calm, B Complex
This information is for educational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose and treat diseases.  If
you have any health problems consult a health practitioner before embarking on any course of treatment