Long-term stress can leave you feeling drained, a condition we sometimes call "burnout." It's like the fire of life is gone, and a person feels like they "just can't take it anymore." This state goes by many names—such as adrenal fatigue, enervation, and nervous exhaustion. It's a loss of the fire element in TCM. Whatever you call it, using stimulants, like coffee, caffeinated sodas, and energy drinks, doesn’t help. However, the remedies we discuss in this month's Sunshine Sharing can.
Anyone who has experienced the feeling of being exhausted after a long period of stress will identify with the indications for the Chinese Fire-Increasing Formula. This blend of Chinese herbs is designed to nourish the fire and treat deficient yin of the heart. The fire it nourishes is the motivating emotions of enthusiasm, desire, passion, and joy. Sometimes, after a long period of stress, this fire gets depleted, and we begin to lose joy and enthusiasm for life. This is the state we call burnout…
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The adrenal glands are important for maintaining energy, stamina, and strength. Located on top of the kidneys, they help the body adapt to the stresses of life by producing stress-regulating hormones, such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, and cortisol. These are three of the primary hormones responsible for regulating the body’s fight-or-flight mechanism. The adrenals also help to maintain fluid and mineral balance in the body.In modern society, the adrenals often take a severe hit because of constant…
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One of the keys to good health is to obtain an adequate supply of trace minerals. Unfortunately, modern agricultural practices have led to a steady decline in the trace mineral content of our food over the last 100 years. Without these trace minerals, which act as catalysts for enzymes and co-factors for vitamins, as well as being part of structural tissues like bones and teeth, good health can’t be maintained. Another major factor in good health is stress management. Excessive stress inhibits…
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Life can become overwhelming at times, and a long period of stress can leave a person feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, chronically…
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