Interesting that this made the news - Adrenal Fatigue

January 11, 2010

Surprised to see this in the news. Not new though as Dr. wrote his book

many years ago.

" In the UK, the Department of Health states that while 'Adrenal Fatigue' is not

a term used in endocrinology (the study of hormone-related conditions), they are

'aware of the existence of the term and are watching developments in the field'.

The problem is that this condition is difficult to diagnose. Adrenal function is

measured on a sliding scale, a bit like thyroid function. It's only if a test

shows you to have levels in the highest or lowest 2 per cent that you'll be

deemed 'abnormal'.

So if your cortisol levels are in the lowest 5 per cent and you are suffering

significant symptoms, it still wouldn't be deemed a medical issue.

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