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Adrenal overactivity is related to the overproduction of certain hormones by the adrenal glands. These hormones play key roles in energy production, immune function, and the stress response. (source, source, source)
Adrenal overactivity can involve the overproduction of one or more adrenal hormones. This hormone overproduction can overstimulate various body processes, hindering efficient metabolic, immune, and stress responses. Further, the overactivity of the adrenal glands may result in decreased hormone production, leading to understimulated processes that negatively affect efficiency. Maintaining adrenal efficiency ensures desired hormonal responses that support cognitive and physical performance.
Supplement with Phosphatidylserine: Phosphatidylserine has been shown to improve markers of adrenal overactivity. (source) Phosphatidylserine acts on the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis to reduce stress responses, such as adrenocorticotropic hormone and cortisol production. Phosphatidylserine works by reducing the release of both hormones in response to stress. (source) Recommendation: Supplement with at least 300 mg of phosphatidylserine daily.
Supplement with Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha has been shown to improve adrenal health. (source) Research indicates that ashwagandha primarily works by modulating the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, reducing cortisol concentrations. (source) Recommendation: Supplement with at least 240 mg of ashwagandha daily.
