What is adrenal exhaustion?

The adrenal glands

Although they form part of the HPA axis (a complex set of relationships and signals between the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland and the adrenals), the adrenal glands themselves are situated far away from the brain— just above the kidneys. (The word “adrenal” is Latin for near the kidneys.)

These important glands secrete aldosterone, which is integral to the proper functioning of the kidneys, but they also play an important role in many of the body’s systems.

When we are stressed, the hypothalamus sends a signal to the pituitary to “message” the adrenal glands, which instantly release stress hormones. The most significant of these are adrenaline and cortisol.

• Helps the body to better handle stress
• Helps reduce cortisol and C-reactive protein
• Helps support cardiovascular health
• Helps reduce the symptoms of stress, such as fatigue, sleeplessness, irritability, and inability to concentrate
• Helps reduce cortisol
• Helps support cardiovascular health
• Source of antioxidants for the maintenance of good health