High-dose vitamin C replenishes the adrenal glands.Īdditionally, we may recommend IV Glutathione which consists of three amino acids and is a very powerful antioxidant to support the adrenal glands.

Lalezar would recommend the Myers’ Cocktail, a Vitamin IV therapy of Magnesium and B Vitamins to calm the adrenals, reduce the production of cortisol, and alleviate stress.įor stages 2 and 3 of adrenal fatigue, we use Vitality drip, which consists of 15-30 grams of vitamin C, minerals, B vitamins, Zinc, Chromium, Magnesium, and Calcium. Treatment for Adrenal FatigueĪt the Health and Vitality Center, one of the ways we support the adrenal glands is through IV vitamin therapy.įor stage 1 of adrenal fatigue, Dr. The primary emphasis is “Revive and Resuscitate.”Ĭortisol level is evaluated through collections of four saliva samples: upon awakening, lunchtime, mid-afternoon, and before bedtime. High-dose IV Vitamin C, Glutathione, Adapagens, Licorice, and Adrenal Concentrate are given in this stage. C hronic fatigue and inability to perform routine daily activities or work-related duties will occur. Therefore, cortisol level is low all day and all night. In this crash stage, the adrenals fail to meet the needs and can no longer produce cortisol. “Rest and Restore” is the primary emphasis. High-dose IV Vitamin C, Glutathione, Adaptogens, Licorice, and Adrenal Concentrate are given in this stage. D epression, sweet cravings, decreased sex drive, insomnia, poor memory, anxiety, recurrent infections, inability to lose or gain weight, and joint or muscle pain are the manifestations of this stage. Cortisol rhythm becomes irregular, and other hormonal irregularities occur. In this stage, cortisol levels decline throughout the day but rise at night.

“Reduce and Relax” is the primary emphasis. Myers’ Cocktail and Glutathione are given once a week for five weeks to calm the adrenals down. Phosphatidylserine, Adaptogens, Theanine, and Skullcap are used to calm the adrenal glands. Elevated Cortisol causes sleep disturbances, insomnia, and immune suppression. These reactions increase cortisol levels and decrease the DHEA hormone. This stage is caused by a high-stress reaction such as divorce, high-stress job, loss of job, loss of a loved one, major personal injury, or the birth of a child. The total cortisol levels rise and then fall as the stages of exhaustion progress from left to right.Īdrenal fatigue is manifested in three stages.

This diagram illustrates the common pattern of the hormone cortisol through the stages of adrenal exhaustion. Prolonged emotional stress, poor sleep quality, blood sugar fluctuations, and inflammation can burn out your adrenal glands and cause fatigue. The Adrenals are two small walnut-shaped glands sitting on top of each kidney.

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