As a generation, we spend far less time outdoors than our parents and grandparents ever did. In fact, recent reports have shown that the average person spends almost 90% of their time indoors. Many people believe that modern buildings and the huge number of toxic chemicals they hoard may be one of the reasons we’re […]
Sugar is gradually replacing fat as Public Enemy Number One. The message is slowly filtering through. Sugar and its many derivatives can contribute to adrenal fatigue and a host of other conditions, and are generally bad for your health. Many people are beginning to think twice before purchasing sugary energy drinks and convenience products, and the […]
We all feel tired, sluggish or a bit ‘flat’ from time to time. Usually, we can put it down to a late night or working too hard. But if you’re constantly struggling to get through the day due to your fatigue, something more serious may be to blame. Fatigue is not something to be ignored: […]
Both chronic fatigue and adrenal fatigue have a number of signs and symptoms in common. Because the medical profession still views both conditions with a certain amount of skepticism, it can be extremely difficult for sufferers to get an accurate diagnosis, and therefore obtain the help they need to begin their journey back to health. […]
We know that we’re supposed to get six to eight hours’ sleep each night – but how many do YOU get? Studies show that the average American gets around 6.5 hours sleep on a weeknight. While this doesn’t sound too bad, consider another study that shows what too little sleep can do for you. For […]
For many years, health professionals have debated whether being in an alkaline state is the optimum condition for people with chronic health issues such as adrenal fatigue. What does it mean to be “too acidic”? Is creating an alkaline environment really a good thing (or even possible) for vibrant health? You may already be familiar […]
Sleep deprivation is a common topic in adrenal fatigue forums. As if being depleted of energy during the day isn’t hard enough to deal with, the frustration of getting insufficient rest at night is enough to send anyone into a depressing downward spiral. Most people who live with adrenal exhaustion are familiar with the role […]
Do you ever take the time to read the labels on your cleaning products? Do you check your plastic containers to see what they’re made of? Few of us spend the time to worry about these issues, but should people with Adrenal Fatigue be taking things quite so lightly? Hormone-mimicking chemicals like xenoestrogens are far […]
We all know how difficult it can be to find a healthy snack when you’re out and about. It’s tempting to grab a quick sandwich or pastry to fill the hunger gap. This is especially true when you don’t have time to prepare a nutritious lunch, and your energy levels are about to crash. But […]
Recent studies show that an overwhelming percentage of the public still have a hard time understanding nutrition labels. This is particularly frustrating if your health depends on being certain that the products in your basket are really what you believe them to be. For Adrenal Fatigue sufferers, or indeed anyone with a chronic health disorder, […]
Fawne Hansen is an author and wellness coach specializing in the treatment of chronic stress and adrenal fatigue.
