Living in the modern world is stressful.

Who doesn’t feel tired, weak and light-headed sometimes?

To boost energy levels and reduce stress, we can take steps to calm the adrenal glands.

The adrenals are essential glands that produce hormones in response to stress.

Health issues can arise if the adrenal glands aren’t working properly.

The concept of adrenal fatigue is not currently accepted by medical establishments.

But it doesn’t mean that your symptoms aren’t real.

The theory is that chronic stress can create adrenal insufficiency.

Allowing you to pinpoint the source of adrenal insufficiency, which is a disease that can occur when the adrenal cortex is damaged.

The first step in healing your adrenals is to decrease stress.

5 Easy Ways to Decrease Stress Levels

Modern lifestyles can be stressful. So taking measures to reduce stress can help to heal the adrenals. You can reduce stress by:

Meditating
Starting a yoga practice
Spending time in nature
Deep breathing
Taking a bath with Epsom salts

9 Herbs that Calm Your Adrenal Glands

Nature is filled with herbs that may at first look like weeds, but on deeper investigation, they heal. Dandilion is one such “weed” that’s filled with nutrition and antioxidants that can help soothe the nervous system. Here are nine herbs that can help fight adrenal fatigue:

#1 | Siberian ginseng

Siberian ginseng is an adaptogen that can help reduce stress. It’s important to source high-quality Siberian ginseng. Li Ching-Yuen was a herbalist who purportedly lived to the ripe age of 256. He lived off wild ginseng, goji berries, goto kola and other Chinese herbs like ho shou wu, also on this list. Ginseng is an antioxidant that also has anti-inflammatory properties. Ginseng can boost energy levels, reduce fatigue and enhance physical activity.

#2 | Wild Yam Root

Wild Yam Root is often used to treat symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Wild yam root is often used as an alternative to hormone therapies and can be used internally or externally. Wild Yam Root isn’t advised for prenant or lactating mothers or young children. Because Wild Yam Root works with hormones, it can interact with other hormone medications like birth control pills.

#3 | Cleavers Herb

One reason that we get ill, or overly stressed is due to a blockage somewhere in the body. Cleavers herb can help stimulate the lymphatic system, aiding in the removal of toxins. Too many toxins in the body can increase sensations of stress and reduce the bodys ability to produce hormones.

#4 | Parsley (whole)

Parsley is bursting with healing powers such as flavanoids that have anticancer properties. Vitamin C in parley can reduce oxidative stress. Additionally parsley alkalises the body like nothing else. An adaptogenic herb that has an intense will to survive, and passes on it’s energy when consumed to enerjise you.

#5 | L Theanine

L theanine is an amino acid that’s present in green tea. It helps the brain relax and increases alpha waves without causing drowsiness. L theanine has been proven to decrease anxiety and symptoms of mania. As such it’s the perfect ingredient to treat your adrenal glands.

#6 | Lemon Balm

An overactive mind and stressy tummy are part and parcel of adrenal fatigue. Lemon balm helps heal the nervous system. In one 2004 study volunteers were subjected to psychological stress, taking lemon balm helped induce a state of calm and allerness.

#7 | Passionflower

Passionflower is a powerful anti-anxiety herb. It’s thought that passionflower increases the effects of GABA, which is a neurotransmitter involved in the stress response. Passion flower can help induce sleep and relieve anxiety.

#8 | Dandelion Root & Leaf

Dandilion is surprisingly nutritious, containing virtamins A, C, K, E and B vitamins. Additionally they contain minerals such as magnesium, iron, calcium and potassium. Filled with antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress.

#9 | Kelp

People who who have adrenal fatigue are often low in vitamins and minerals that help fight disease-causing free radicals. In a 2005 study, researchers found that kelp altered hormones in rodent models, raising hope that kelp can also be used in humans to balance hormones.

The Bottom Line

You don’t need to consume all nine herbs to see significant results in your energy levels. It does pay to be consistent. Decide what herbs best suit your needs, and then stick with them for a few months, taking them daily. All of the above herbs are freely available in nature, or as tinctures or tablets. Chronic stress can be debilitating, so make sure that you take steps to heal your adrenal glands if you’re experiencing burnout, or excessive stress.