Managing Stress and Adrenal Fatigue: How Much Do Your Know About GABA and Adaptogens
Stress Affects All of Your Systems
One of the most damaging effects to the human body is stress. Fear about job security, paying bills, homeschooling and overall uncertainty create an underlying current of adrenal over-stimulation.
Pair that with lack of fresh air and eating out of boredom, and you’ve got yourself taxed adrenal glands. This event alone can damage a number of functions — endocrine, immune, cardiovascular, neurological, and more.
The body is an interconnected system. It needs to be nurtured, supported, and optimized, especially in times of crisis. Here is why this particular blend of supplements may be the best way for you to address the needs of your body.
Clinical Research
Biological processes that suffer as a result from stress deplete our B vitamin levels and GABA, the inhibitory neurotransmitter that acts as a “brake” on spiraling negativity and promotes restful sleep and relaxation.
“Clinical studies show this natural form of GABA in Thorne’s PharmaGABA can decrease the brain’s stress-related beta waves and increase the production of alpha-waves, creating a profound sense of physical relaxation while maintaining mental focus. Other studies show reduced pupil diameter and heart rate, and a reduction in the levels of two natural biomarkers of stress — salivary cortisol and chromogranin A — all signs of enhanced relaxation.”
Adding adaptogenic herbs to your routine helps in several ways:
- These botanicals may optimize adrenal response to help you cope with pressure.
- They may improve your response to stress and help you reduce fatigue.
- Ashwagandha, Astragalus Extract, Eleuthero Extract, Ginger, Ginseng, Licorice, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, and Zinc may de-stress and support your immune system.
Adding the above adaptogens to your daily routine may improve your well-being substantially, especially if combined with meditation, music, art, and exercise.
References:
- https://www.hormone.org/diseases-and-conditions/adrenal-fatigue
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5742446/
- https://gutdetective.com.au/condition-resources/infections/adrenal-fatigue-and-your-immune-system/
- https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/the-health-hub/vitamins-and-supplements/vitamins/vitamin-b/need-b-vitamins-youre-stressed/
- https://www.verywellhealth.com/gaba-what-should-i-know-about-it-89053
- https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/12-proven-ashwagandha-benefits#1
- https://food.ndtv.com/health/8-incredible-benefits-of-astragalus-root-for-health-and-beauty-1667068
- https://thor.ne/QALug
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5628357/
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About the Author
Evelina Sodt, PhD is a nationally registered provider of health education services. She is an author of over a dozen books, including Healing Pain, Anxiety, and Inflammation Without Drugs: The Science Behind Natural Medicine. Dr. Ev lives in Northern NJ with her husband, daughter, and a cat named Kingston.
