Blog — Experience Adrenal Fatigue

  As women, our bodies undergo various phases and transitions throughout our lives, each presenting challenges and changes. One such significant stage is perimenopause, the precursor to menopause. While menopause typically occurs around the age of 51, the perimenopausal journey often begins around the age of 46. This transitional period can bring about various physical and emotional changes, paving the way for the eventual cessation of menstrual cycles. In this blog, we'll delve into the intricacies of perimenopause, exploring the symptoms, challenges, and ways to navigate this natural phase with grace and understanding. Understanding Perimenopause: Perimenopause, often referred to as...

By Hormone Lab UK. Understanding Adrenal Stress Hormone Symptoms In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an inevitable part of our lives. From demanding work schedules to personal responsibilities, stress can take a toll on our overall well-being. When we experience prolonged or excessive stress, our adrenal glands play a vital role in our body's response. The adrenal glands produce stress hormones, such as cortisol, to help us cope with and adapt to stress. However, chronic stress can lead to an imbalance in these hormones, resulting in various symptoms and health concerns. In this blog post, we will explore the...

Practical Takeaway: When adrenal glands become fatigued – typically as a result of prolonged, repetitive stress – the output of key regulatory hormones, like 'master stress hormone' cortisol, is diminished. Following my recent re-reading of Dr. James Wilson’s 2001 pioneering book, Adrenal Fatigue: the 21st Century Stress Syndrome, I took his advice and for the first time in months slept in on a Saturday morning. That day there was such a difference in my energy I decided to go with another of his suggestions and took a short nap on Sunday. Again I felt much better; after a 15 minute doze I was energized without the usual...