The main function of cortisol is to help the body deal with stress and its repercussions. It works by shutting down all other functions that are considered unnecessary if the body is under stress such as the immune and reproduction systems[i]. When cortisol is created inside your body, the priority is to deal with the stress. In normal conditions, it occurs only for a small period. However, if you are continuously under stress of some sort, then it might become a problem[ii]. Cortisol imbalance is one of the leading causes of inducing the classic fight or flight response in the human body.
Cortisol Functioning
When the cortisol level in the blood is lowered, it may lead to a medical condition called adrenal fatigue. There are several signs and symptoms that are associated with adrenal fatigue. Some of the symptoms are given below:
- Difficulty in falling asleep even when tired
- Heart palpitations
- Consistent low blood pressure
- Low libido
- Depression
- Low thyroid function
- Depression
- Endometriosis and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
- Uterine fibroids
- Hair falling
- Dry skin
- Chemical sensitivities
- Pregnancy complications
- Premature Menopause
- Muscle mass loss
- Psoriasis
There is a variety of symptoms that indicate Adrenal fatigue syndrome. However, not all of the symptoms are present in every individual. There is also no specific test to find out about the disease. You are simply advised to be on watch and check yourself for the presence of the above-mentioned symptoms. However, you can have the cortisol levels tested and the best way to do that is via salivary testing. actually good but if it happens on a regular basis, then you need to cure it.
When Stress Takes over
Higher levels of cortisol in the body for longer period of times create a number of problems for us. If help is not sought in time, the patient suffering from stress and excessive cortisol in the body might give in to the stress. Such a situation will then start interfering with their normal functioning[iii]. Therefore, before you try being tough and face the world bravely even when you are suffering from chronic stress, you are recommended to think again.
While you can have your condition treated using medicines, there are ways to deal with it without having to use drugs. For professional treatment, let me help you find out the underlying cause of your health condition by means of salivary testing and resolve it in a drug free way. Visit LifeCraftllc to book a free 10-minute consultation on phone or Skype.
[i] Ziegler, T. E., Scheffler, G., & Snowdon, C. T. (1995). The relationship of cortisol levels to social environment and reproductive functioning in female cotton-top tamarins, Saguinus oedipus. Hormones and Behavior, 29(3), 407-424.
[ii] Stokes, P. E. (1995). The potential role of excessive cortisol induced by HPA hyperfunction in the pathogenesis of depression. European Neuropsychopharmacology, 5, 77-82.
[iii] Pruessner, J. C., Hellhammer, D. H., & Kirschbaum, C. (1999). Burnout, perceived stress, and cortisol responses to awakening. Psychosomatic medicine, 61(2), 197-204.