Periodic activation of the sympathetic nervous system, causing cortisol and adrenaline release, breakdown of proteins and muscle tissue, blood sugar dysregulation, decreased production of thyroid and sex hormones, decreased white blood cell production.
Progression of the alarm phase in which signs and symptoms become chronic.
Occurs with ongoing, unrelieved stress. Cortisol and adrenaline tend to be low. Chronic fatigue may be present. Can accompany post-traumatic stress disorder and occurs more frequently in people that have undergone major stressors in life, or sustained levels of high stress without recovery.
Selye cited genetics, preexisting disease, and diet as factors in determining the course of the General Adaptation Syndrome. We also know that sleep hygiene, establishing a mindfulness or spiritual practice, adequate social support, self-awareness, and a healthy gut microbiome also have a large influence.
Doctors assess adrenal dysfunction based on symptoms, physical exam and a 4-point salivary cortisol test. Depending on a patient’s phase of adaptation, they use personalized nutrition, specific nutrient supplementation, botanical medicine, and lifestyle counseling to support resilience, energy, immunity, healthy weight and stress hormone balance.
If you recognize yourself in one or more of the phases described above, you would benefit from further assessment and treatment. Stress resilience is one of the most important factors in health and chronic disease progression, and you can take great steps toward optimal health by addressing it now.
DHEA cream is applied to and absorbed by the skin. This cream is commonly used by men and women for bioidentical hormone replacement. DHEA is also known called as Dehydroepiandrosterone, a natural steroid prohormone found in the body. It is a naturally occurring compound that is created by cholesterols in adipose tissue, brain, skin, gonads and adrenal glands.
DHEA cream is mainly used by women and men of all ages with symptoms such as low DHEA, Low adrenal, thyroid, progesterone, testosterone and estrogen hormonal imbalance. It is easy to apply and allows to be absorbed by the skin. Let us see some of the main benefits of using DHEA cream.
Benefits of using DHEA cream:
How to apply DHEA cream?
For best results, you must use DHEA cream at least once daily. Before applying the cream you must wash the area you're going to apply the cream first. Since this will allow the cream to enter the skin more effectively. Massage the area where you applied the cream until the cream is gone. It provides great results within a short time while it's very safe and effective. It’s also highly recommended not to overuse the cream than recommended.
Why many people use DHEA cream over Pills?
The main reason why many people turn to DHEA cream over conventional DHEA supplement is that it’s easier to regulate the actual amount your body will absorb. Moreover, it's absorbed directly into the bloodstream for the best results.
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Contrary to what you might expect, periods don’t tend to get lighter and further apart, rather they get closer together and the intensity steps up. This is fairly common for all women before menopause, but it’s the symptoms associated with the premenstrual part of the cycle that can really begin to impact your life. Here are some signs you’re there:
We all get upset from time to time, but perimenopausal women may find themselves easily irritated and crying at things that they would never have cried at before. This heightened emotional state can make life at home and in the workplace more difficult and many women lose confidence in their ability to cope with everyday things.
We all need a good night’s sleep and perimenopause has been known to disrupt natural sleeping patterns, robbing women of the deep restorative sleep they need to face the day. It can leave you feeling exhausted and exacerbates the other symptoms of perimenopause.
Some women suffer from incredible headaches with flu-like symptoms that make them feel like they can’t get out of bed. Like many symptoms of perimenopause, women don’t realize it is part of an underlying problem and simply try to work through it with painkillers.
No you’re not losing your mind; hormones are clouding your thought patterns and blocking memory retrieval. This symptom can make it difficult to focus on tasks or work through problems, which is especially worrying in the workplace, these women can suddenly feel inadequate and lose confidence.
Hormone interruption has many women suffering from joint pain, which really adds insult to injury, leaving you feeling like you can’t enjoy the activities you like to do.
Many women are concerned that this is not normal but perimenopause actually affects most women at some stage in their lives. If you are suffering, you’re not alone and it is worth asking for help. It may be as simple as revisiting contraception choices or it may be worth exploring gentle and appropriate bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). Talking about it is the first step to taking back control of your quality of life.
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Studies have shown that the average man’s testosterone in today’s society is nearly 25 percent lower than in the 1980s. In fact, men with low testosterone are 52.4% more likely to be obese; 50% more likely to develop diabetes; 42.4% more likely to have high blood pressure and 40.4% more likely to have high cholesterol.
Testosterone, a hormone produced primarily by the testicles, plays a large role in male sexuality and reproduction. It impacts so much: sexual and reproductive function, muscle mass, hair growth, and more. Testosterone is also important for maintaining bone density, levels of red blood cells and a sense of well-being and vitality.
Unfortunately, around the age of 30, a man’s testosterone levels naturally begin to decline and continue to do so as he ages. There is a wide range of factors that contribute to this decline in testosterone, including prescribed drugs (statins), and many environmental pollutants such as estrogen-mimicking compounds found in food, water, personal hygiene products, plastics, etc.
Luckily, there are also lots of ways to naturally boost your testosterone levels!
1. Maintain a healthy weight
If you are overweight, losing the excess pounds may help to increase your testosterone levels according to the research.
Overweight men are more likely to have low testosterone levels due to the fact that the adipose tissue (fat tissue) contains an enzyme called aromatase that converts testosterone into estrogen. So, if you want healthy testosterone levels, drop the body fat.
2. Minimize the BPA and other environmental pollutants
BPA may be a large culprit to the declining levels of testosterone. Bisphenol-A (BPA) is a synthetic chemical often found in various plastic containers that leach out as it is heated. Studies have shown that when exposed to BPA, it resulted in lower levels of testosterone in men. The bottom line is that you should avoid drinking from plastic bottles or storing food in plastic and use glass or stainless steel whenever possible.
3. Reduce your stress
When you are under a lot of stress, your body releases high levels of the stress hormone cortisol. This hormone actually blocks the effects of testosterone, which suppresses libido and healthy competitive drive. Stress supportive nutrients such as B vitamins, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Holy Basil, Rhodiola, Siberian ginseng and Ashwagandha are essential for maintaining healthy adrenal function during fluctuating hormone levels.
4. Eat healthy fats
Research shows that a diet with less than 40 percent of energy as fat leads to a decrease in testosterone levels.
Healthy fats include:
5. Watch those sugars
Testosterone levels decline after you eat sugar, probably due to the increase in insulin leading to low testosterone. Based on USDA estimates, the average American consumes 12 teaspoons of sugar a day, which equals to about TWO TONS of sugar during a lifetime. So kick the sugar habit!
6. Optimize Vitamin D levels
Vitamin D, a steroid hormone, is essential for the healthy development of the nucleus of the sperm cell and helps maintain semen quality and sperm count. Vitamin D also increases levels of testosterone, which may boost libido. In one study, overweight men who were given vitamin D supplements had a significant increase in testosterone levels after one year.
7. Zinc
The mineral zinc is important for testosterone production. Research shows that restricting dietary sources of zinc leads to a significant decrease in testosterone, while zinc supplementation increases it.
Foods rich in zinc include:
Other helpful supplements to consider:
Tongkat Ali
Also known as Malaysian ginseng, Tongkat Ali has well-documented aphrodisiac and testosterone enhancing effects. Studies in humans have supported these findings. In one study, supplementation with 200mg per day of Tongkat Ali significantly increased testosterone levels and improved various symptoms of male aging including libido, sexual performance, and general fatigue. It has also shown potential for improving male fertility.
Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens)
Saw Palmetto is the fat-soluble extract of the fruit of the saw palmetto tree and has been shown to significantly diminish the signs and symptoms of BPH by blocking the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone into DHT (the stronger and more potent form of testosterone).
Chrysin
Chrysin helps to increase natural testosterone levels by blocking its conversion into estrogen and therefore leading to the production of more testosterone in the body.
Indole-3-carbinol (I3C), Calcium-d-glucarate and Sulforaphane
All contain three supplements contain specific nutrients that help reduce the conversion of testosterone to estrogen and therefore reduce estrogen dominance in men and women.
Tribulus Terrestris leaf extract
Tribulus Terrestris leaf extract may gently stimulate the normal production of luteinizing hormone (LH) from the pituitary gland. This may lead the body to maintain testosterone at healthy levels.
Maca root
Maca root is found growing in the Andean highlander zones of Peru at altitudes of 14,000 ft. It functions as an adaptogen, helping the body withstand stress by supporting healthy adrenal gland function. It also helps to boost libido and has hormone-balancing properties.
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