Adrenal Dysfunction Therapy

Adrenal Dysfunction Therapy for Men

While stress may be an unfortunate fact of modern-day life, it is not one that should be ignored. Especially as people age.

Facts About Adrenal Dysfunction in Men

1. When under stress, the adrenal glands produce too much cortisol.
2. Cortisol is toxic to the body when elevated.
3. Chronically elevated cortisol can lead to adrenal fatigue. This condition occurs when the adrenal glands can no longer produce the small amounts of cortisol necessary for good health.
4. While synthetic cortisol can be prescribed to treat adrenal fatigue, our experience is that this approach causes more problems than it solves.
5. When other hormones are imbalanced (particularly thyroid hormones), the adrenal glands frequently work hard to compensate.

Method of Treatment

We don’t believe cortisol is a hormone that should be replaced (usually). Rather, adrenal dysfunction treatment centers on supporting the adrenal glands, so they have a chance to heal and regain healthy function.

Here’s our approach:

1. We check cortisol levels at four specific points during the day via saliva testing. From these results, we can determine whether your cortisol production is too high or too low (or just right).
2. We test and provide treatment for other hormones that are imbalanced as necessary. Addressing imbalances elsewhere in the endocrine system removes pressure from the adrenal glands.
3. We check for deficiencies in nutrients that are supportive of the adrenal glands, like vitamin B12, vitamin D, and ferritin.
4. Our physicians will recommend nutritional supplements that can help to rejuvenate the adrenal glands. These recommendations can include injectable nutrients.
5. If appropriate, a detoxification program may be suggested.
6. Strategies are implemented to address any challenges with getting quality sleep.
7. Strategies are provided for maintaining healthy lifestyle habits. These recommendations will include strategies for managing stress.

Too much cortisol is unhealthy; but so is not having enough. This kind of adrenal dysfunction is common nowadays due to the prevalence of chronic stress. The good news is that adrenal dysfunction can be addressed. And Renew Youth knows how.