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HPA Axis Dysfunction
Apr
Stress in no new topic for us here at Sakura Natural Health. But today I want to go a little further into the topic.
Cortisol is a steroid hormone that is released in response to stress and low blood-glucose concentration. Cortisol is the bodies natural way of normalizing the blood sugar and preventing inflammation.
When we stress we disturb the delicate balance of our hormones. This can lead to the following three stages
1. ALARMED: STRESSED AND WIRED
Hyper-Cortisol is stage 1, this is when your cortisol levels are elevated continually. Stage one can be determined by elevated cortisol, insomnia, restlessness, high stress reaction, and anxiety.
2. RESISTANCE: STRESSED AND TIRED
Cortisol Dominant is stage two. This is when you have irregular cortisol rhythms. Other factors include: blood sugar imbalances, mood issues, sleep cycle problems, hormonal irregularities, and frequent energy crashes.
3. EXHAUSTION: DOWN AND OUT
Hypo-Cortisol is the opposite of stage one. Cortisol levels are abnormally low, fatigue and depression start to settle in. Pain and severe inflammation are also some factors.
Stress Factors
Stress is relevant to each individual. Yet most of our stress can be broken down into this four groups.
- Mental/ Emotional
- Sleep Disturbance
- Blood Sugar Imbalances
- Inflammation
Taking back glycemic control is the foundation of HPA Axis Recovery. This means that the foods that you eat determine how your body responds.
‡ These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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The above information was presented by LifeStyle Matrix Resource Center
‡ These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
***The information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical or professional advice. It should not be used for diagnosing and/or treating a health problem or disease. It is not a substitute for professional medical care or advice. If you have or suspect you might have any health problems, please consult a physician.
