Adrenal Dysfunction?

The adrenals affect our hormones, digestion, sleep and overall health. They are intimately related to the functioning of the thyroid. If the adrenals are burning up our nutrients then the thyroid cannot function properly and this in turn affects our metabolism, mental health, energy and more.

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Take the following questionnaire to assess your chances of having depleted adrenals:

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I have low blood pressure (Y/N)

I feel light headed/faint/dizzy when I stand up (Y/N)

I have panic attacks or am easily startled (Y/N)

I have heart palpitations  or chest pain (could also be cardiovascular disease or overactive thyroid (Y/N)

I easily put on weight around the waist and have trouble losing it no matter what I eat(Y/N)

I have dark circles under my eyes (Y/N)

I am exhausted but can’t fall asleep or stay asleep (Y/N)

I struggle to get out of bed (Y/N)

I have mental fogginess or trouble concentrating (Y/N)

I have headaches (Y/N)

I have frequent infections (catch cold easily) (Y/N)

I don’t tolerate exercise well and feel completely exhausted after (Y/N)

I feel stressed most of the time (Y/N)

I feel wired at bedtime but exhausted in the morning(Y/N)

I feel like the smallest things make me anxious or want to cry (Y/N)

I have hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) (Y/N) 

I crave sweet things (Y/N)

I crave salt (Y/N)

I feel sore and bloated in my stomach, especially after food (Y/N)

I often get puffy legs, feet, hands and face (Y/N)

I need to start the day with caffeine (Y/N)

I have poor tolerance to alcohol, caffeine, and other drugs (Y/N)

I feel weak and shaky (Y/N)

I have sweaty palms and feet when nervous (Y/N)

I feel fatigued (Y/N)

My muscles are weak (Y/N)

I’m always getting sick or take a long time to recover (Y/N)

Even though I exercise it doesn’t help me lose weight or look more toned (Y/N)

My sex drive is low (Y/N)

I have mild depression (Y/N)

I feel overwhelmed (Y/N)

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Add up your points here: Y= 1, N=0

LOW RISK 0 - 2

INTERMEDIATE RISK 3 - 6

HIGH RISK >7

If your risk is on the high side of medium or high it is worth looking at implementing lifestyle and dietary changes that can help support your adrenals and reduce your stress levels.

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