What is Adrenal Support?

Adrenal support refers to the use of supplements and lifestyle changes to help support the proper functioning of the adrenal glands. These glands produce hormones that are important for managing stress, maintaining blood sugar levels, and regulating other bodily functions. Some common ways to support the adrenal glands include taking herbal supplements, practicing stress-reduction techniques, and eating a healthy diet. It is important to speak with a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement regimen to ensure it's safe for you and won't interact with any other medications you may be taking.

The Importance of Adrenal Support

The adrenal glands, sometimes called suprarenal glands, are small organs located above the kidneys. They are part of the endocrine system. The endocrine system is one of your body’s ten major organ systems. It is a complex network of glands and organs that control your body’s metabolism, energy level, reproduction, growth, and development. The endocrine system is also responsible for mood regulation and responding to stress or injury. 

Adrenal Glands

The job of the adrenal gland is to react to stress by releasing hormones like cortisol (the stress hormone), epinephrine (adrenaline), and aldosterone. These hormones are part of your body’s natural “fight or flight” response and are used to increase your heart rate and blood pressure in response to stress. This response to stress is normal and healthy as your body tries to balance your metabolism, blood pressure, and immune function while under stress . 

Adrenal Disorders

Adrenal function may become impaired for a variety of reasons. This dysfunction can cause a number of disorders, including:

• Adrenal Insufficiency (otherwise known as Addison’s disease)
• Cushing’s Syndrome
• Cushing's Disease
• Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
• Hyperaldosteronism
• Pheochromocytoma
• Adrenal Fatigue 

It is important to consult with your healthcare provider about treatments, which may include medication, nutritional supplementation, lifestyle changes, and/or dietary changes, for any adrenal disorder.

Adrenal Insufficiency (Addison’s disease)

Adrenal insufficiency is a disorder characterized by a lack of hormone production and can include symptoms like abdominal pain, depression, nausea, dizziness, and others. Adrenal insufficiency is a serious medical condition and should be diagnosed and treated by a medical professional. Treatments for adrenal insufficiency often include hormone replacement therapy administered by your healthcare provider. If you think you have adrenal insufficiency, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

Adrenal Fatigue

Exposure to long-term mental, emotional, or physical stress, even at low levels, can be bad for your adrenal health. This prolonged exposure to chronic stress may cause your adrenal glands to struggle to keep up with the demand and underperform. This low performance is often referred to as adrenal fatigue. Symptoms of adrenal fatigue may include trouble sleeping, low energy levels throughout the day, trouble waking up in the morning, and sugar and salt cravings. Adrenal support supplements and other stress management techniques may help optimize your cortisol levels and reduce the effects of adrenal fatigue. 

InterPlexus’ unique formulations are designed to restore and optimize adrenal function to keep your body healthy and give you peace of mind. InterPlexus’ adrenal support products may support healthy sleep, regulate blood sugar levels, improve immune function, increase stamina and sustain energy levels, balance hormones, stabilize mood, and maintain an appropriate stress response.* Which, in turn, will allow you to perform your best and ease your mind.