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 One of the most interesting areas of new medical research is the study of the effect of food on the state of the hormonal system. Hormones control metabolism, water balance, reproductive functions, mood and feelings. By changing the body during puberty, they radically change their appearance.
Hormones are made from proteins using vitamins and minerals. If the diet lacks nutrients or is poorly absorbed by the body, then hormones can be at risk. This situation is fraught with many serious health problems - from chronic fatigue to premenstrual syndrome, infertility and diabetes.
Soups can improve the nutrition of the hormone-producing glands. By adding concentrated ingredients such as vegetable juices to soups, you can double or triple your vitamin and mineral intake. Can you think of a more delicious way to take vitamins ?!
Now let's take a closer look at some of the glands and hormonesmany health problems are associated with malfunctioning, and see how nutrition can fix it.
Related Issues: Fatigue, weakness, depression, feeling cold, dizziness when standing, allergies, salt cravings, frequent infections, difficulty coping with stress, impaired sex drive and hot flashes (in women during menopause).
Adrenal glands produce several important hormones: adrenaline, norepinephrine, cortisol, aldosterone and, in small amounts, sex hormones. Adrenal hormones are synthesized from cholesterol using choline and two amino acids - tyrosine and methionine.
Adrenaline keeps the body and mind constantly alert and heightens the state of mind. In stressful situations, the body increases the production of adrenaline. This helps to prepare for active physical activities and speed up metabolism.
Plus, stress makes you release more cortisol. When blood sugar levels drop too low and the body's carbohydrate stores are depleted, cortisol helps to use other raw materials for energy.
Among other things, cortisol comes into play when you need to calm an overexcited immune system and stop allergic reactions. If you suffer from allergies, and dark circles appear around and under the eyes, this may be a sign of insufficient adrenal activity - this condition is called hypotension, or adrenal fatigue. The lack of raw materials obtained from food causes excessive stress on the glands and leads to their overwork.
Frequent urination can be another potential sign of hypoadrenia. The adrenal glands produce a special hormone called aldosterone, which prevents the body from excreting too much urine to prevent dehydration. Therefore, if you constantly drink water and urinate, and your doctor excludes the possibility diabetes (which can also cause this problem), then it is possible that hypo-stress is preventing you from producing enough aldosterone.
Hypoadrenia is closely related to hypothyroidism; they have many common symptoms, including weakness, fatigue, and low body temperature. Scientists have found that adrenal cells are able to interact with adrenaline. In addition, researchers are discovering new connections between adrenal hormones and female sex hormones, which over time may lead to the disclosure of the true causes of menopausal flushing.
What causes adrenal fatigue and persistent anxiety or other negative emotions
• poor sleep
• excessive physical activity
• injuries and infections
• allergic reactions and intolerance to certain foods
• excess intestinal toxins (as a result of overgrowth of yeasts and bacteria)
• toxic and contaminants in the environment (including nicotine smoke and mercury in dental fillings)
• exposure to toxins in the workplace
• excessive consumption of sugary foods and drinks
• caffeine, alcohol and smoking
• lack of proteins, vitamins and minerals
These factors dramatically increase the adrenal glands' need for nutrients. The situation is aggravated by an overly stressful lifestyle and the habit of surrogate food. An excess of sweet foods and drinks is especially stressful. They provoke a sharp rise in insulin levels, so to keep it under control, the adrenal glands have to work hard. Lack of magnesium in the diet also increases adrenal hormone levels.
What helps the adrenal glands
• proteins and their constituent amino acids tyrosine and methionine
• folic acid (essential for the metabolism of methionine and tyrosine)
• vitamin B12 (essential for the metabolism of folic acid)
• zinc and copper
• vitamins B5 and C
• chromium, magnesium, vitamins B1, B2, B3 (help to keep insulin under control)
Cayenne pepper (Chile) improves the activity of the adrenal glands; it can be added to soups without any fear. Methionine may not be sufficient in the diet of vegetarians who get their protein primarily from beans. lentils and tofu... On the other hand, nuts and sunflower seeds are good sources of methionine and should always be added to a vegetarian diet. From the number starchy foods The only good source of methionine is rice, so eat as much of it as possible, replacing it with bread, pasta, and potatoes.
Congenital hypoadrenia
A woman suffering from hypoadrenia in the first months pregnancy may feel very tired and nauseous, and then literally bloom when, in the later stages, the adrenal glands of the fetus develop enough to produce enough hormones for both of them. When, after childbirth, the mother is suddenly deprived of an additional source of adrenal hormones, she may fall into severe postnatal depression. In the meantime, the child will be born with tired adrenal glands, and his future will be darkened by numerous severe allergies and frequent infections. If you are going to have a baby, now is the time for you to take care of the health of your adrenal glands.
Buran A.M.
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