Everywhere you look, there is stress.

There are two little glands that sit on top of the kidneys are known as the adrenal glands. They’re a part of the endocrine system, which generates hormones that keep the body in check. Adrenaline, cortisol, and aldosterone are three essential hormones produced by the adrenal glands. Adrenaline, also known as epinephrine, is a hormone that prepares the body to react quickly in stressful or life-threatening situations. Cortisol aids in the regulation of metabolism and the body’s response to stress. Aldosterone also aids in blood pressure regulation. Many disorders can arise when the adrenal glands aren’t functioning properly.

Despite the fact that most conventional doctors insist there is no such thing as adrenal fatigue, it is growing more widespread in the United States. Excessive and persistent stress, on the other hand, can deplete the adrenal glands over time. Even though most Western doctors reject that adrenal exhaustion is a real condition, it is impossible to dispute that stress plays a role in our bodies ability to grow and survive.

Chronic stress can be harmful to one’s health.

The adrenal glands create too much cortisol and adrenaline in response to stress, putting them in a permanent state of “fight or flight.” Poor sleep, weight gain, digestive problems, and chronic ailments can all be indications of this. Cortisol keeps the mind awake and reduces inflammation, and helps the body convert food into energy. This is why many persons who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia are likely to be suffering from adrenal fatigue and chronic stress.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has some of the most effective treatments for chronic stress and adrenal exhaustion.

Acupuncture is one of the tools in the TCM practitioner’s toolbox. Acupuncture stimulates acupressure points on the body with hair-thin needles. Acupuncture treatments have been found in studies to activate or stimulate the relaxation parts of the nervous system, often known as the parasympathetic nervous system. When the parasympathetic nervous system is activated, it aids in heart rate regulation, digestion, and sleep cycle balance. Many people who receive frequent acupuncture treatments fall asleep shortly after the needles are implanted.

Moxibustion is another TCM method that is regularly employed. Moxibustion is a technique that uses the herb mugwort to improve adrenal gland function and hormone balance. Mugwort is crushed and placed on various acupressure points before being ignited on fire. To prevent actual scarring, there are barriers between the herb and the body. Moxibustion can help with many of the symptoms that people with adrenal imbalances face over time.

The adrenal glands are frequently mentioned in TCM, and their functions are often linked to those of the kidneys. As a result, many of the spots that aid in the balance of the adrenal glands can be found along the energetic pathways of the kidneys. The acupuncturist can assist regulate the hormones released by the adrenal glands by stimulating these acupressure sites. The pericardium energy route is also important for balancing the adrenal glands.

With all of the stress that humans are subjected to these days, it’s likely that nearly everyone suffers from hormonal imbalances and adrenal gland insufficiency. This, however, does not have to be the case. To begin your journey to wellbeing, call today to schedule your TCM examination with me.