HERBALIST PERSPECTIVE
ADRENAL SUPPORT

We live in trying times putting our adrenal glands in constant challenge. There are herbs called adaptogens that can help balance and strengthen the adrenals. These herbs are from around the world and have been used by their native cultures for thousanfds of years. We are fortunate to be able to take advantage of them today.

Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) has a calming and supportive effect on the nervous system. It calms the brain of mental chatter. It is good for sluggish digestion, stress induced ulcers and improved memory. This an anti-stress herb shown to decrease adrenal enlargement. It is used for a variety of conditions including high blood pressure, rheumatism, ulcers, skin eruptions, varicose veins, nervous disorders, and liver disorders. It increases nail and hair growth and energy and endurance and normalizes the metabolism of connective tissue. It is used as an herb to support meditation.

Oatstraw and Milky Oats (Avena sativa) helpful for nevous exhaustion and inability to concentrate, with diminished strength or numbness of extremenities, headaches extending in to the spine, lack of urine control and sexual exhaustion.

Siberian Ginseng, Eleutherococcus (Eleutheroccocus senticosus) long used in Siberia, this herb helps the body adapt to stressful situations. It increases endurance, concentration, oxygen metabolism in tissues and organds, over all resistance to disease, (immunity) , digestion. It supports the adrenal system, chronic fatigue, general exhaustion and weakness. It has been shown bind to progestin, estrogen, mineral and gluco corticoid receptors to assist with hypotension, arrhythmias, radiation recovery, diabetes and more.

Ashwaganda (Withania somniflora) An Ayurvedic herb reported to “instill the vitality of a horse” , an adaptogenic rejuvinator for those who are debilitated and exhausted while still agitated or under stress. It is sucessful for those who experience nervous exhaustion, anemia, chronic inflammation, white blood cell depression, lowereds cognative functions, and hypertension. It has been shown to affert neurotransmitters in the brain, contributing to increased cognative ability and memory. It has also been found to reduce inflammation and stress(actually having a relaxing effect), and antioxident, anti tumor properties and anti aging effects as well. It positively affects the central nevous system and has a stimulating effect on the thyroid gland.

Hawthorne Leaf (Crataegus spp) works to nourish and tone the heart and circulatory system, which is vitally important in any adrenal condition sinse the heart is overtaxed. Hawthorn leaf helps maintain healthy arteries, veins and heart by enhancing the connective tissue structure of the heart lining, blood and lymphatic vessels. This herb is highly beneficial for those with a adrenal disfunction. It stimulates circulation, strengthens the heart muscle, regulates blood flow and blood pressure, as well as heart rate by gently dilating blood vessels. Further, it increases the heart's ability to utilize oxygen, thus relieves restlessness and insomnia. It lowers cholesterol, contains antioxidant properties and is a source of nourishment for the heart by increasing blood supply to the cardiac cells. The flavonoids in Hawthorn affect calcium metabolism, enhancing the ability to support a normal heart rhythm.

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) named “spirit plant” and “Queen of Mushrooms”, it has been highly prised for its longevity properties for at least 2,000 years called the “elixir of life” by ancient Taoists. It is high in polysaccharides, increases immunity, regulates high blood pressure, reduces cholesterol, treats cancer and candida and more. It is also helpful for chronic fatigue, weakness and strenghens the adrenal system and well as the whole endocrine system.

Rhodiola (Rhodioal rosea) is a remarkable herb that relieves depression, strengthens the nervous system, improves energy and memory and more. It has been used for thousands of years first used in Siberia.

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia): with its insulin-like quality, it counteracts the negative effects of sugar and it clears congestion and mucus. New studies show that it significantly decreases the levels of glucose, serum triglycerides, and serum cholesterol in the blood. It counteracts weakness, and increases energy and stamina and circulation. It is used for raising vitality, cold limbs, weak back, frequent urination, releasing pain from the channels, improving disgetion and relieves stagnant blood.

Licorice (Glycyrrhia glabra) one of the most widely used herbs in Chinese medicine, it is restoring and rejuvinating. Its calming properties relieve stress and relax muscle spasms. It harmonizes all herbs in any formula so that thye work better together. It also tonifies the Qi and blood.

Aloe Flower Essence is helpful for those who are exhausted from “burning the candle at both ends”.

Nasturtiun Flower Essence is helpful for those who are overly dry and intellectual and not intouch with their emotions.

Oak Flower Essence is helpful for those who overstrive beyond their limits to know when to surrender and accept help. Brings inner quiet, strength and wisdom.

Rock Water Flower Essence is helpful for those who are extremely hard on themselves to ease up and be more gentle

Self Heal Flower Essence is helpful to tap the inner knowing that has the ability to heal..

This information is not meant to be used to diagnose or treat disease. If you are pregnant or have a disease, consult with your healthcare practitioner before using any herbal combination.

 

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