Yes, but best to only have it on occasion and in small amounts. I really loved this article - simple info! I always have 1 cup of green tea and 1 small block of dark chocolate. I don't have any other caffeine products. Is this ok?

We are all biochemically individual, so it really just depends on how healthy your adrenals are and what your body is needing. In general, I don't recommend any caffeine when adrenal imbalance present. Thank you for the article.

As always, thank you Carrie for sharing. Elaine, One of the worst things you can do is fast and eat low carb if you have adrenal fatigue. A low carb diet taxes the adrenals as does fasting. Carrie, can you use Himalayan Chrystal salt or does it have to be the Celtic salt?

Thank you for sharing Carrie. I went to book an appointment and realized that you are in Canada and I live in Australia.. what a shame! I work with all clients long-distance and in fact, I have a client in Australia! Do you provide a complete thyroid panel like TSH, TPO, reverse T3 , T4 etc???

If so how much is it and do you treat hypothyroidism holistically? Yes, our office can order those labs. We do not treat diseases, but give you a nutritional therapy protocol that includes diet, supplements, gentle detox, etc.

to support the body and help bring it into balance. If you'd like info on pricing and such, please give the office a call: Biodynamic Wellness WOW , a really reeeaally good read..

Every word I can relate too. It makes total sense THANK YOU. I'm so glad you found this info helpful. There are so many things you can do naturally to reduce symptoms and feel better.

If you get the point of wanting to end your life because the pain is so bad, please reach out to someone for help. I work with all clients long-distance, so if you need personalized help, please send an email to our office to set up a consult.

We just started a very economical option that might work well for your situation since you're in the UK. Hello Carrie, So grateful I found you first on Instagram.

I've shared you with so many people. You are a very gifted person. Thank you for sharing with all of us. I go both ways with the adrenal's.

Twice now I've had my adrenal's stuck in high all day. Like clock work they would go down around pm each day. The days were a night mare. What do you suggest for me to do please? I'm glad you've found the info so helpful!

I suggest eating the way I describe in the article above for at least 6 weeks, along with using the butter mints and taking steps to reduce your stress. Where do you purchase the butter mints? Or is there a recipe? I didn't see it in the article. Great information, thank you! I went undiagnosed for awhile as my TSH was in normal ranges although still suffering symptoms.

My vitamin D levels tanked and I got very sick and finally diagnosed. I know you cannot diagnose but could the adrenal steps help with all of this or do I need to dig deeper?

If you'd like further help, I recommend booking a Lab Analysis service with me. It's a great way to get some one-on-one help at a reduced price. Several months after reading this for the first time and writing in, I was diagnosed as having acquired type 2 diabetes.

Short story, I am NOT taking meds to control my blood sugar, but am using the Keto diet. I know that in other blogs you have written against this diet, but it is the ONLY way right now that I have to control my glucose levels.

It is working. I am hoping that after a year or so, I can return to eating small amounts occasionally of root vegetables and other healthy carb heavy foods, but just not until hopefully my body begins to process insulin correctly.

I believe I also have an adrenal issue. Unfortunately, most of the suggestions here go against my diet restrictions. Any other ideas?

Once some financial issues are cleared up, I may contact you for further help, but that may be some time. I believe I have a few things going on. Adrenal Fatigue, Chronic Fatigue, Hypothyroidism, etc I have factor 5 V and I am anemic as far as I've been told.

I'm curious what your thoughts are about always being hungry? Is this a symptom of these items all the fatigues and the hypothyroidism? My hunger never stops. If I can get these things all back on track would this then clear up too? great info. Love the blog.

Have you been tested recently? Often when the body is in a hyperthyroid state and the body can swing from hypo to hyper that's when you'll experience never ending hunger. I was diagnosed with adrenal fatigue about 4 years ago. But, my cortisol levels tanked to 0. I had to be on steroids for 4 months and I have vowed never to do that again.

I do take an adrenal supplement, but my question is do all your recommendations help with lowered cortisol too?

Because my adrenal system has already gone past the elevated stage and is failing. I have adrenal, thyroid and now also blood sugar issues.

In order to keep my blood sugar in the zone, I have to stop eating all carbs and starches. Even root veggies and beans raise numbers too high. This corrects my blood but is killing my adrenals - aching back, body inflammation, and likely tanking my thyroid. Also excerise - brisk walking lowers my blood sugar but exhausts me and makes my temperAture drop instead of raise.

Many adrenal tonics do not work as for example licorice is too invigorating for me. Should I go on the diabetes meds to keep my adrenals and thyroid happy?

I have the SAME problems! And a horrible digestive system with too many intolerances to name! Histamine so no ferments. And on and on. Spent 30 grand with a naturopath who basically pushed my body so far so fast im so much worse off before I went to see her.

I too like standard process. Im completely lost and broke now! Im starving too! I'd eat whatever my body will allow. The ONLY thing that does seem to calm my adrenal and give a tiny bit of strength is sprouted quick oats and because of the graves disease it causes immense water retention.

Dr's are my only hope at this point. They weren't before and thats why I saw the NP. But now what do I do? No one in the natural medicine community will say that YES! I used to have a higher level of tolerance to many things. That was pre 5 liver cleanses and parasite detoxification and on and on.

I would do anything that seemed like I was being taken into consideration! I'm so sorry you are struggling. so it's definitely something to talk to you doctor about! I got really sick with mono and never fully recovered, and struggled so much with the whole concept of going easy on my body.

Your writing is really insightful and I appreciate knowing the science behind all of this. Thanks for sharing! What do you think about homeopathic cell salts like Bioplasma vs. Celtic sea salt. Cell salts are different than Celtic sea salt, so you can't really compare the two.

Hi Carrie, I just find your site and read about your story. Since then every morning I am taking pills for both of my diseases.

It was hard for me to accept it first but I became used to it and gave up on myself eventually. Here in Italy i visited 5 different doctors and all day say is that i could already be dead and i should be happy to take my pills. I was skinny and beautiful but now i have a puffy face and so as you may already know.

Do you think is it also possible for me to heal? thank you so much for giving me hope. I'm so glad you found my site! It's hard to say what your outcome could be, but I'm confident there are things you can do to reduce your symptoms, help balance your hormones, and start to feel normal again!

I've seen it time and time again with my clients and those who are in my online thyroid course. So, I know the easiest answer would be to change work schedules, but at this time, my sons and I have varied work schedules causing for later dinner times and scattered meals times throughout the day.

I am just starting my journey with thyroid disease, officially diagnosed, finally and meds which sucks by the way but now that I am learning, I am realizing that my mom also exhibits signs of the disease, which she refuses to acknowledge so with my sons, ages 22 and 19 I am trying to stress the importance of better care now, so they don't end up like me and my mother later in life.

I keep expressing planning meals and setting alarms for sleep times, in order to get enough etc. Are these good ideas? for now and is the focus on a schedule that matches the guidelines given here, a decent start until work life can get to a more normalized state? I really hope my question makes sense, I tend to ramble, mostly because I am still in the phase of no one listens to my concerns about my health and even some of the difficulties in health and sleep that I already observe in my sons.

I just want us to be health again and for them to live a better later life than I currently am. although I am working my way to getting better, now Thank you for your time and information. Hello, Carrie! Could you please explain how adrenal fatigue causes difficulty maintaining chiropractic adjustments?

Hi there! Does an elevated Rt3 41 mean adrenal fatigue? I just received that result in my bloodwork and trying to read up on how to resolve this. Would love to see if your office would be a good fit to help me! Legally, I can't analyze labs unless you're a client.

I'd give our office a call to set up a Lab Analysis. Hi, I scrolled through the comments, and found many useful topics, but I didn't see any about vegetarians. Do you have diet protocols for vegetarians? I've been vegetarian for a long time, and don't wish to change that. Thanks, your information is great.

I don't have any specific info for vegetarians and adrenal fatigue. Foods like: butter, cultured dairy, eggs, etc. are all wonderful to eat alongside the many vegetables and fruits available to nourish the body. My girlfriend has been suffering from these issues for several decades.

It took me a while to pinpoint her issues to adrenal fatigue. I noticed you recommend Standard Process Cataplex B, but what about their Adrenal Complex?

One or the other, or both? Some people can benefit from Adrenal Complex and some don't, so it's best to talk to your practitioner about the supplements that are best for your situation.

Hello - can you tell me where your training was from? I want to contact my insurance company here in Canada to see if they would cover the consult? We are a nutrition practice and cannot file with insurance. We can charge HSA accounts. Here is our website: www. Can you give a updated link please?

I just checked it and it's working, so I'm not sure what the issue is. What browser are you using? Good morning. Is it ok to use Himalayan salt instead of Celtic salt. I am not sure what is the difference.

Hi Carrie, Doing research about symptoms I have developed after a very stressed situation it seems I may be dealing with Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome.

It has been 4 months already and each day I m feeling better. Is Hot Yoga, degrees for 60 minutes, considered intense? Ive been practicing for the last 20 years and never had problem.

In fact, It has helped me to overcome anxiety and sleep issues since the stressful event. Should I stop practicing? Thank you so much for your input! Yes, hot yoga for an hour is considered intense exercise when one has adrenal fatigue. I can't say if you should stop, but it could be helpful to try doing 30 minute sessions, or adding some other variety and seeing if you notice any changes.

I have all the symptoms of adrenal fatigue for 6 years and recently they found a mass on my adrenal gland. I have been on supplements and have gotten some of my life back but I'm still tired and have my off days where I feel like my body is shutting down.

My blood work come out in the normal range. How could that be? Very frustrated with the medical realm. Dear Carrie, In step 9 you recommend avoiding low carb diets but in the article about your journey reversing Hashimoto's diseased, you talk about how a gluten-free and grain-free diet helped you achieve your goal.

Thanks a lot for your help and much-appreciated advice. While I avoided grains, I ate foods like vegetables, soaked legumes and lentils, root vegetables, berries, etc. for my carbohydrates. When grain-free, it can be helpful to track your food on an app like MyFitnessPal or something similar so you can makes sure you are eating enough carbs.

Better time. I was tested back summer and my naturopath said I have adrenal fatigue as well my cortisol is off. Your check list rye start I check off all but 2. I just had blood work be again and the naturopath says everything looks ok except my antibodies are high.

How do you suggest mamas loose baby weight while suffering from adrenal fatigue? Do you have any blogs on loosing weight for adrenals? Thank you!! It's very, very difficult to lose weight when there is adrenal fatigue because the stress the body is under creates hormone imbalance and the body doesn't usually think it's "safe" to lose weight.

I recommend taking some time to balance the adrenals first, and then once they are strong again, then work on the weight loss. Oftentimes, women will see weight loss as a result of balancing the adrenals without even having to implement anything additional. Thank you for this!

I developed acute insomnia 5 weeks ago and really think it's related to my adrenal glands and fatigue. I will follow your advice as I've added magnesium, l-theanine, ashwargha.. Do you have any suggestions on how to get sleep?

I'm feeling exhausted but my mind likely to a cortisol surge is not relaxing to allow sleep to prevail. Any help is welcomed. My article about how to cure insomnia naturally would be helpful! Hi Carrie, Your site is so helpful, thank you so much!! I recently burn out big time from work and all my symptoms lead me to adrenal fatigue, including hyperpigmentation on my face which I am finding incredibly distressing.

I was wondering, is this adrenal related? Thank you, Morag. I'm not sure why that is happening for you, but stress can do all sorts of things to the body, so it's definitely something to talk to your practitioner about! There are various nutrients that the endocrine system needs that cannot be found in plants, so I don't promote a Vegan diet for thyroid disease.

You're welcome to use the plans I have laid out and then adjust them according to how you'd prefer to eat. Hello Carrie, I found your suggestions for eating for the thyroid hypo in my case and adrenals very helpful but after spring have had a hard time sticking with it.

also 3 years into menopause. Thank you very much. Legally, I can't give personalized health advice unless you're a client. I recommend talking to your practitioner. If you live in the Dallas area, please contact Our Well House to book a consult.

There is NOTHING natural about eating dead bodies. The minute you mentioned fish I knew you have no idea what you are talking about. Please do not use the word ' naturally ' and go vegan.

You need to wake up to a world free of pain, ailments and stupidity. Have a great day! Thank you so much for all that you have created for the world You truly inspire and bring hope.

Firstly as a web developer your whole website is fantastic! Persistent Thirst Persistent thirst is another common symptom of adrenal fatigue. Adrenal glands not only make adrenaline and noradrenaline, but they also produce hormones that govern our electrolytes which regulates fluid balance in the body.

If you are thirsty all of the time despite drinking a lot of water throughout the day, you are probably deficient in electrolytes and this is most commonly from an underlying adrenal problem.

If you constantly crave sweet foods or desserts, your blood sugar levels may be dropping too low, too fast. This causes your body to 'panic'. Your body then tells your brain you need to eat something sweet to get your blood sugar level up fast.

Low Blood Sugar Those with low blood sugar levels hypoglycemia almost always have an underlying adrenal dysfunction problem. Normally, a healthy person should be able to skip a meal while feeling relatively fine. If your adrenal function is compromised you will not have enough adrenaline to release stored energy, which causes your blood sugar to drop - making you feel shaky, angry, nauseous or dizzy.

Pain in Low to Mid Back Sometimes, back pain may not be due to musculoskeletal issues but an internal imbalance triggering pain signals.

A person suffering adrenal fatigue will often have mid to low back pain. It can be a dull soreness or a sharp pain at the location of your adrenal glands. Moderate Carbohydrates When recovering from adrenal fatigue, two popular diet trends can be particularly hazardous to you: low carb and intermittent fasting.

Your body and brain use sugar to function. When your blood sugar dips from not enough carbohydrates or sugar or from too long in between meals your adrenals have to work harder to keep your blood sugar level.

Eating every two hours is necessary for most people in severe adrenal fatigue. Long-term low carb, intermittent fasting or a ketogenic diet will require your body to use up a lot of its adrenal reserves on a daily basis.

The body always tries to find ways to adapt to survive and thrive if it can. People who have underlying toxicity from accumulated chemicals, toxic heavy metals, or those who have digestive problems and undiagnosed nutrient deficiencies do not have a large adrenal reserve to keep up with the ongoing demand of balancing blood sugar levels.

This is why some people seem to do well on low carbohydrate diets for a short while but end up feeling terrible a few weeks later. Our biochemical requirements are unique, you need to match your diet to your specific needs.

Balance is key and personalizing nutrition to what your body needs is the only way to ensure that you will thrive long-term. Key Nutrients. For optimal adrenal gland function, three things are of particular importance, glucose fruit and starchy vegetables are best , electrolytes potassium and sodium from vegetables, minerals , and key B vitamins.

If you go long enough without any of these three factors, your adrenal glands will suffer. When possible, nutrients from whole foods are always best - powders, supplements, and capsules do not have the same live properties that your body uses for energy and nourishment.

Adequate hydration is important but you need electrolytes in addition to water. Otherwise, too much water can deplete your mineral levels.

The best electrolytes come from organic vegetables - try seaweed or fresh celery juice for a blast of minerals. Adrenal fatigue without treatment can last weeks, months or years. To effectively treat it, your adrenal gland function and the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis must be supported through targeted dietary interventions, specialized correction of nutritional deficiencies, and a strategic shift in your mindset and style of living.

Healing adrenal fatigue requires a mindset shift towards 'healing and regeneration' instead of a 'getting through life' mentality. When a person has adrenal fatigue - it is not physiologically possible to use more adrenaline and cortisol chemical willpower to 'get through life' because you are running low on these internal chemicals.

Eat a whole food, plant-based diet at regular intervals throughout the day. Focus on organic fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, gluten-free grains, legumes, and a moderate consumption of high-quality fats like olive oil with your meals.

If you are suffering from a condition or long-term symptoms, removing those biochemical strains on your body will be crucial to solving adrenal fatigue for good.

Symptoms like chronic pain, fatigue, nausea, migraines, and digestive upset are frequently ignored by conventional medicine because they are complex in nature and typically do not respond well to a pharmaceutical 'a pill for every problem' approach.

If you have long-term symptoms or are suffering from a condition there is advanced genetic and diagnostic testing that can help isolate the cause. Functional medicine then utilizes research-backed nutritional medicines as well as dietary and lifestyle changes to get you free of symptoms and vibrantly healthy.

My first patient appointment is at least one hour long. This is to give you enough time for you to detail your symptoms, patient history, family history, recent testing, health goals and questions you may have. If you have hit a roadblock in your recovery, a personalized treatment plan will be the key to getting you from 'just getting through life' to really enjoying it.