The HPA axis (Hypothalamus–Pituitary–Adrenal Axis) is your body’s core stress response system. It connects the brain (hypothalamus and pituitary) with the adrenal glands, which produce key stress hormones like cortisol, DHEA, epinephrine, and aldosterone.
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I’ve done yoga, cycling or walking in nature and working out regularly so really wanted to make sure my body was getting the care needed to function optimally, especially as I was aging. I also use ginger and turmeric daily.
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After years and years of getting phone calls with “bad news” or an incident my eldest son was involved in, I became afraid of answering the phone. The mere experience of the phone ringing would put me into a state of panic. Now that my son has passed away, I no longer have that panic but still have to put in daily effort to practice ways to calm and soothe my dysregulated nervous system.
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Chronic stress is a primary trigger for adrenal fatigue, so stress management is essential. Incorporate relaxation techniques like meditation, deep breathing exercises, or progressive muscle relaxation to calm the nervous system.
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