Snyder / Peterson Adrenal Fatigue For Dummies

1. Auflage 2014
ISBN: 978-1-118-61578-2
Verlag: John Wiley & Sons
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)

E-Book, Englisch, 336 Seiten, E-Book

The easy way to take charge of your adrenal health
Despite their small size, the adrenal glands play an importantrole in the body, producing numerous hormones that impact ourdevelopment and growth, affect our ability to deal with stress, andhelp to regulate kidney function. In Adrenal Fatigue ForDummies, you'll find clear self-evaluations and treatmentguidelines that will empower you to take charge of your adrenalhealth through nutrition, vitamins, herbs, bioidentical adrenalhormone supplementation, and self-care practices.
Adrenal fatigue is in essence a "tired out" adrenal gland thatis not able to support the body the way that it should. The effectscan be far-reaching and affect the quality of one's daily life. Itcan affect the immune system, cause inflammation, decrease sexdrive, and inhibit the ability to get up in the morning. But nowthere's hope!
* The 4-1-1 on the structure and function of the adrenalgland
* Linking inflammation and adrenal fatigue
* Connecting food allergy and adrenal issues
* How to test for adrenal fatigue
* Information on eating patterns for all-day energy and improvedconcentration
* Dealing with other medical conditions and adrenal fatigue
* Relaxation tips to reduce stress
Adrenal Fatigue For Dummies helps those suffering fromthis debilitating illness reclaim their lives by addressing thedelicate balance among the adrenal glands--which can make theday-to-day difference between feeling awful and feeling good.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Snyder, Richard

Peterson, Wendy Jo

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Foreword xv
Introduction 1
Part I: Getting Started with Adrenal Fatigue 5
Chapter 1: Facing Adrenal Fatigue 7
Chapter 2: Understanding the Basics of Adrenal Gland Function13
Chapter 3: Defining Adrenal Fatigue 23
Chapter 4: Recognizing the Symptoms of Adrenal Fatigue 33
Chapter 5: Testing for Adrenal Fatigue 49
Part II: Getting a Handle on Potential Trigger Factors69
Chapter 6: The Effects of Stressing Out and Sleeping Less 71
Chapter 7: The Contributions of Inflammation and Acidosis toAdrenal Fatigue 81
Chapter 8: Nutrition's Role in Adrenal Fatigue 97
Part III: Treating Adrenal Fatigue 117
Chapter 9: Finding and Working with a Good Practitioner 119
Chapter 10: Using Medications and Hormone Supplementation127
Chapter 11: Assessing Natural Treatments 139
Chapter 12: Exercising and Eating the Right Way 167
Chapter 13: Managing Adrenal Fatigue on the Work Front 185
Part IV: Trying Sensational Recipes to Battle Adrenal Fatigue201
Chapter 14: Beginning with Energizing Breakfasts 203
Chapter 15: Enjoying Fuel-Filled Lunches 217
Chapter 16: Tuning In to Dinnertime 231
Chapter 17: Savoring a Snack or Something Sweet 245
Part V: The Part of Tens 261
Chapter 18: More Than Ten Ways to Help Beat Depression inAdrenal Fatigue 263
Chapter 19:More Than Ten Supplements for Your Immune System273
Chapter 20: Maximizing the Function of Ten Important Organs andSystems 283
Index 295

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Richard Snyder, DO, is board certified in both internalmedicine and nephrology, as well as a clinical professor at thePhiladelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Wendy Jo Peterson, MS, RD, is a registered dietitian witha master's degree in nutritional sciences as well as aspecialist in sports dietetics. She is the coauthor ofMediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies.