People often suffer from weakened adrenals when they are doing too much and over extending themselves. In ancient Chinese medicine it is believed that people have a finite amount of vital energy and when they are using too much they will suffer from weakened adrenals. The aim is to acquire energy through food and ensure we maintain our vital energy. Some of the symptoms of weakened adrenals are:

• Fatigue
• Depression
• Insomnia
• Nervousness
• Light-headedness
• Irritability
• Headaches
• Sweet Cravings
• Frustration
• Allergies

By maintaining an adequate diet and taking some time to relax you may be able to help the condition. However in Chinese medicine this will also be called “Yin Deficiency” and is often treated with herbal remedies. Some of the herbs that can be used are eleuthero, liquorice, schisandra, reishi, rehmannia, American ginseng, valerian, California poppy, passion flower. You could also consider other therapies that will aid in the relaxation process and bring your body back to a calm state.