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Parenteral Therapy
What is Parenteral Therapy?
June 16, 2021
Parenteral therapy is used when patients require large amounts of nutrients, often as…
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Girl holding her stomach in pain from SIBO laying on a couch
What is SIBO?
May 31, 2021
Do you feel as though you are always bloated and gassy? Do painful…
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How is SIBO treated?

SIBO is treated by following a full regimen of natural gut restoration that will rebalance the bacteria levels in your small intestine. It typically involves a carefully planned diet as well as supplementary enzymes to support your recovery.

What are Adrenal Glands?

The adrenal glands are tiny hats, one each, that sit atop your kidneys and secrete hormones to help you deal with and manage stress. The outer part of the glands, called  the cortex, releases cortisol, for our stress response and metabolism control, as well as aldosterone to regulate blood pressure. The inner part of the glands are the medulla where adrenaline is released, another part of the stress response.

When your central nervous system perceives stress, it stimulates the adrenal glands to release their hormones as a part of the “fight or flight” response. This can happen several times throughout the day and can vary depending on your lifestyle. For example, an alarm clock startling you out of sleep will trigger this response, as will less sudden stressors like feeling overwhelmed by your overflowing email at work or worrying about finances or family members. In the early stages of stress, this response is actually beneficial. It can improve mental clarity, focus and energy. But over time, the benefits start to fade, and the consequences of chronic stress take over.

Common Signs, Symptoms or Concerns Patients Present With
  • Abdominal pain
  • Abdominal Gas or Bloating
  • Acid Reflux or Heart Burn
  • Brain fog, poor memory, reduced concentration, poor focus
  • Constipation or Diarrhea
  • Excessive Burping or Flatulence
  • Food allergies or food intolerances.
  • Skin problems: acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis & other rashes or itching
  • Anxiety and Depression or other mood disorders
  • Headaches or Migraines
  • Yeast Overgrowth
  • Difficulty losing weight, despite a balanced diet and exercise
  • Lack of Appetite or Lethargy after eating
  • Environmental Allergies (grass, pollen, etc.) or Asthma
  • Hormonal Imbalances (painful heavy menses, PMS, PCOS, etc.)
  • Autoimmune Conditions: Celiac Disease, Hashimoto’s Hypothyroid, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, MS, psoriasis and others
  • Chronic Fatigue or Fibromyalgia
Cortisol

Cortisol is our primary stress hormone. It is responsible for regulating many other functions in the body including, but not limited to:

  • Blood sugar levels
  • Fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism to maintain blood glucose
  • Immune responses
  • Anti-inflammatory actions
  • Sex hormone production
  • Blood pressure
  • Heart and blood vessel tone and contraction
  • Central nervous system activation

Cortisol is secreted in high amounts by the adrenal glands during times of stress. After a short period of time cortisol levels should return to normal following a stressful event. Unfortunately, in our current high-stress culture, the stress response is activated so often that the body does not always have a chance to return to normal. This can lead to “Adrenal Fatigue.” Adrenal fatigue can cause anxiety, depression, insomnia, weight gain and infertility. It is important to note that adrenal fatigue often precedes thyroid conditions as well. Treating your stress, and restoring your adrenal health is possible and often necessary to feeling better and improving your overall health.

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