Adrenal Fatigue and Homeopathy: Lifestyle Changes for Balance and Vitality
- hirokohomeopathy
- Aug 26
- 5 min read
Updated: Aug 27
Many people today feel constantly tired, stressed, or “burnt out,” even when medical tests come back normal. This has led to the growing use of the term adrenal fatigue.
The idea is that when we are under stress for too long, our adrenal glands—which normally help us cope with challenges by releasing stress hormones like cortisol—can’t keep up. The result may be low energy, poor sleep, brain fog, and increased sensitivity to stress, food, or environmental triggers.
Although adrenal fatigue is not an official medical diagnosis, it is a useful way for many people to understand why they feel exhausted and “out of balance.” Rather than focusing only on lab results, this perspective looks at the whole person's lifestyle, stress levels, diet, and overall resilience.
In this blog, we’ll explore what adrenal fatigue means, possible causes, the stages it may go through, its connection to allergies and sensitivities, and how natural approaches such as homeopathy and lifestyle changes may offer support.
#1 - What is adrenal fatigue?
Adrenal fatigue is a term used to describe a collection of symptoms thought to occur when the adrenal glands, which produce important hormones like cortisol, are overworked and unable to function optimally.
People experiencing adrenal fatigue often report chronic tiredness, difficulty waking up, brain fog, and low resilience to stress.
While it is not officially recognised as a medical diagnosis, many holistic practitioners use the concept to explain stress-related imbalances in the body.
#2 - Causes
Adrenal fatigue is usually caused by some form of stress. Stress can be physical, emotional, psychological, environmental, infectious, or a combination of these.
It occurs when the amount of stress overextends the capacity of the body (mediated by the adrenals) to compensate and recover from that stress or the combined stresses.
Once this capacity to cope and recover is exceeded, some form of adrenal fatigue occurs.
#3 - Common signs and symptoms of adrenal fatigue
According to Adrenal Fatigue by L.Wilson, these are common examples of signs and symptoms of adrenal fatigue.
Difficulty getting up in the morning
Continuing fatigue not relieved by sleep
Craving for salt or salty foods
Lethargy (lack of energy)
Increased effort to do everyday tasks
Decreased sex drive
Decreased ability to handle stress
Increased time to recover from illness, injury or trauma
Light-headed when standing up quickly
Mild depression
Less enjoyment or happiness with life
Increased PMS
Symptoms increase if meals are skipped or inadequate
Thoughts are less focused, more fuzzy
memory less accurate
Decreased tolerance
Don't wake up until 10:00 am, afternoon low between 3:00 and 4:00 pm and feel better after the evening meal
Decreased productivity
How many have you had "yes" to these symptoms? If you have realised many symptoms, it is better to check out your health and lifestyle.
Here, you may notice salty snacks and sweets. There are reasons why.
Why the craving for salt?
The desire for salt arises directly from insufficient aldosterone. This hormone regulates sodium, potassium, and fluid levels in the body. When aldosterone levels decrease, sodium is eliminated from the bloodstream as it moves through the kidneys and is expelled in the urine. As sodium is excreted, it also carries water with it.
Watch out sweets!
Sweet and sugary carbohydrates offer a quick energy boost, initially causing a rapid increase in blood sugar, followed by a drop about an hour later.
A day filled with minimal eating and sugary snacks can leave you feeling worn out and even hungover the next morning. This energy roller-coaster is particularly harmful for those with low adrenal function.
Good sources of unrefined carbohydrates include brown rice, whole wheat, buckwheat, unpearled barley, whole oats, unhulled millet, quinoa, and amaranth. If you're relying on sweets for energy, be mindful of your diet.
#4 - Three Stages: Acute, Resistance, Exhaustion
The progression of adrenal fatigue is often described in three stages:
Acute Stage (Alarm Reaction): The initial response to the threat with increased secretion of cortisol and catecholamines, enabling short-term adaptation, better known as the "fight or flight" response.
Resistance Stage: Sustained cortisol elevation supports continued adaptation but often leads to symptoms such as fatigue, sleep disruption, and immune imbalance.
Exhaustion Stage: Prolonged stress exposure results in decreased adrenal output, manifesting as profound fatigue, cognitive impairment, and heightened vulnerability to illness.
Understanding this will greatly enhance your comprehension of why your body reacts to stress as it does and how to reduce its negative impacts.
#5 - Allergens and sensitivities and adrenal fatigue
Most allergies involve the release of histamine and other pro-inflammatory substances (substances that produce inflammation). Cortisol is a strong anti-inflammatory (a substance that reduces inflammation).
Your circulating level of cortisol is crucial for managing the inflammatory responses in your body.
If your adrenal function is weakened, it can disrupt the regulation of histamine and other mediators, possibly worsening allergic reactions, food sensitivities, and environmental intolerances.
For this reason, your adrenal glands are vital in controlling histamine release and the inflammatory responses that lead to allergy symptoms.
It is therefore not surprising that individuals with adrenal fatigue frequently report worsening atopic symptoms or the emergence of new sensitivities.
#6 - How homeopathy can help with adrenal fatigue?
Homeopathy offers gentle, individualised remedies aimed at supporting the body’s natural healing ability.
Remedies may help regulate stress responses, improve energy, and address related symptoms such as sleep disturbances, anxiety, or digestive upset.
By considering the whole person, homeopathy can support the recovery of balance in those experiencing adrenal fatigue.
#7 - Lifestyle changes are very important
Lifestyle changes are essential for long-term recovery.
Key steps include:
Prioritising rest and quality sleep
Eating nutrient-dense, balanced meals
Reducing stimulants like caffeine and sugar
Practising stress management (yoga, meditation, breathing exercises)
Gentle exercise, avoiding overexertion
Building supportive relationships and boundaries
Both homeopathy and mindful lifestyle choices can support the body’s ability to restore balance. Adrenal fatigue is a signal from the body that it’s time to slow down, nourish, and realign with healthier rhythms.
If you want to know about a healthy lifestyle, download our free ebook from the button below.
#8 - Conclusion
Ultimately, the journey to recovery is less about a label and more about listening to the body, reducing unnecessary stress, and creating daily habits that restore energy and well-being.
If you feel that your symptoms may be related to adrenal fatigue and would like personalised support, a homeopathy consultation can help you explore gentle, natural ways to restore balance. Each person’s experience is unique, and homeopathy aims to support you as a whole—body, mind, and emotions.
We offer personalised homeopathic consultations designed to support your unique needs and health journey.
If you would like to discover how homeopathy can gently help restore balance and vitality, please explore our consultation details through the button below.
Click this button for details on consultation.
Click here to book an online consultation.
The step you take today will make a big difference tomorrow.
Love and gratitude
Hiroko
Reference :
Wilson.J. (2001) Adrenal Fatigue, The 21st Century Stress Syndrome. First Edition. Smart Publications. Petaluma. California. United States of America.
#hirokohomeopathy #homeopathy #dermatitis #naturaltherapy #healnaturally #contactdermatitis #homeopathyforskin #homeopathyfordermatitis #atopicdermatitis #psoriasis #dryskin #housewifedermatitis
