The concept of detoxing isn’t new. In fact some people would argue that it isn’t even a concept at all. Our bodies are constantly “detoxing” via normal human processes such as excreting waste or sweating. If natural cleansing didn’t happen on a daily basis, we would simply die. Of course this is true, but it […]
Sugar, caffeine, chips, bread…. are you licking your lips yet? Why is it that some foods have the ability to turn us into monsters at the mere thought of being deprived of them? More importantly, what can be done to minimise the chances of succumbing to temptation and breaking all the hard work you’ve put […]
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. […]
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 […]
From the moment we’re born, we instinctively learn to make judgements and assumptions about people based purely on what they look like. People with beady eyes may be thought of as untrustworthy; on the other hand, people with rosy cheeks might seem friendly and approachable. Rightly or wrongly, we’re programmed to make these observations without […]
If you’ve ever woken up on the day of an important event to be greeted by a huge pimple, you’ll be well aware of the connection between the skin and stress. Your skin is a mirror of what’s going on inside. If you’re suffering from chronic stress and have recurrent problems with outbreaks, it’s likely […]
Lethargy, weight gain, low mood, energy crashes, and a lack of motivation for life – although a classic description of the Adrenal Fatigue sufferer, these symptoms could equally apply to several other conditions. It’s for this reason that many people with adrenal exhaustion often endure a long and frustrating journey before finally getting a diagnosis for […]
There’s a popular misconception that burnout only happens to high-flying executives and fast living entrepreneurs. It’s something that only affects other people, and it can easily be fixed with a nice vacation and a few days’ rest. Unfortunately for the millions of adrenal fatigue sufferers around the globe, this conception of easily managed stress couldn’t […]
Syndrome: “A collection of symptoms and findings that are not attributed to a single identifiable disease” Adrenal fatigue is not well understood. As with other common syndromes (such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome,) this is partly because the signs and symptoms are many and varied, and can differ from person to person. A few common examples are […]
Fawne Hansen is an author and wellness coach specializing in the treatment of chronic stress and adrenal fatigue.
