It’s true. There is a secret condition that some experts say now affects nearly 80% of Americans and almost all elderly Americans.
And chance are you’ve never even heard of it before. But it’s something that most of us fall victim to as we struggle through our day to day routine. It’s not our fault. It’s what some experts call a “modern day disease” and it’s not uncommon. It’s due to too much modern day stress. We worry about everything (all the time.) Our money, our bills, our jobs, our relationships, our health. It goes on and on.
Do any of these symptoms relate to you…?
- You feel like you’re tired all the time and you don’t know why?
- Your joints ache?
- You have irregular menstrual periods?
- You feel depressed? Have anxiety?
- You have brain fog?
- You’re easily irritated?
- You have poor recovery after exercise?
- You have decreased libido?
- You gain weight or unable to lose weight even while eating less?
If so, you may be suffering from Adrenal Fatigue. It’s what happens when our adrenal glands begin to break down. Our Adrenal glands are what keep us going. They control important hormones like norepinephrine and cortisol. And when they put out too much cortisol our bodies and our minds suffer the consequences resulting in the above symptoms.
Well, there’s good news and bad news. The bad news is, if we are following a strict ketogenic diet, we may be more susceptible to feeling the effects of adrenal fatigue. This is usually due to excessive training, not eating enough calories, or not getting the right nutrition. All this forces your adrenals to work even harder.
The good news is, there are ways to overcome adrenal fatigue, and still get the results you want from your new high fat, low carb diet.
Dr. Josh Axe, DNM, DC, CNS, is a certified doctor of natural medicine, doctor of chiropractic and clinical nutritionist, and has 3-awesome tips on how to beat adrenal fatigue.
Tip #1 – Adapt your diet.
“In every case of adrenal recovery, diet is a huge factor. There are a number of foods that offer adrenal support, helping to replenish your adrenal energy so your system can come back to full health. But first, you must start by removing any hard-to-digest foods and any toxins or chemicals in your environment.”
Dr. Axe suggests going easy on the caffeine, stay away from sugar, hydrogenated oils, and processed meats.
Tip #2 – Support your adrenal with natural supplements.
“Another big key to overcoming adrenal fatigue is taking the right supplements using supporting herbs. I always recommend eating the right foods to heal your body. However, it can still be a challenge to get enough of every nutrient you need every day. Therefore, it can be useful to wisely use dietary supplements for vitamins and minerals particularly vital for adrenal support.
In addition, there are certain herbs, spices and essential oils that can help to fight adrenal fatigue and support an energetic, vibrant life.”
I recently started taking what are called adaptogens. Herbs like ashwagandha, eleuthero, and arctic root.
Tip #3 – Listen to your body.
“The last and most important key to restoring your adrenal function is to heed your mind and stress needs. Pay attention to your body!”
Dr Axe suggests things like resting when you feel tired, get on a regular sleep cycle, meditation, and positive “self-talk.”
If you want more information on adrenal fatigue, including key supplements, and what to do if you think you are suffering from it, Dr. Axe is an excellent source of knowledge. You can learn much more by heading over to his website by clicking here.
And remember, the number one thing to remember, if you do think you are suffering from adrenal fatigue is to go seek medical advice from a Doctor.
I hope you found this post useful. By taking care of your body, getting enough rest, recovery after workouts, and nutrition, you can still enjoy a low-carb lifestyle and beat adrenal fatigue.
