WTF is Adrenal Fatigue and Do You Actually Have It?

Do you wake up feeling exhausted, even after a full night’s sleep? Are you relying on coffee to get through the day… and then struggling to wind down at night? You might be experiencing signs of adrenal fatigue.

While not officially recognized as a medical diagnosis, adrenal fatigue is a common term used in the wellness world to describe burnout of the body’s stress response system.

Common Symptoms:

• Brain fog

• Cravings for salty or sugary foods

• Low energy in the morning, second wind at night

• Increased anxiety or irritability

At the root? Chronic stress. Your adrenal glands pump out cortisol — the stress hormone — and when your body is under pressure for too long, it can throw your system off balance.

What Helps?

• Daily calm-down rituals (like breathwork or slow walks)

• Adaptogenic herbs (like holy basil, ginseng, and ashwagandha)

• Limiting caffeine and refined sugar

• Staying hydrated with natural, nourishing drinks that don’t spike your system

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