Cinnamon is known to strengthen the endocrine system (our adrenals are part of this system), the nervous system, and helps balance blood sugar levels. It is an immuno-stimulant and may promote physical energy and enhance the action and activity of other oils. Emotionally and spiritually, cinnamon is said to increase our self-love, improve our body image and acceptance, and allows us to feel free to be ourselves.

Galbanum helps combat stress, nervous tension as well as anti-inflame and reprogram emotions. Galbanum reduces inflammation and supports the strength of the body as a whole. It aids in centering and grounding the mind which helps balance the adrenals, which in turn, strengthens and supports the whole body.

Manuka from New Zealand is said to have a relaxing and sleep enhancing effect which helps the body repair itself from chronic stress, nervous exhaustion, and anxiety. It is also known to reduce systemic inflammation. It is beneficial for people with over sensitive nervous systems and those who suffer from stress and anxiety.

Rosemary is known to support adrenal function, Rosemary essential oil naturally relieves stress and nervous exhaustion and stimulates the immune system. A 2007 study found that Rosemary oil rapidly reduced cortisol levels in saliva in minutes just by smelling it. This is one of the best ways to help alleviate and control stress in the body.

Thyme balances hormones that help support adrenal glands, which helps you overcome physical and emotional fatigue and mental exhaustion. It helps strengthen your nerves, and helps you feel a sense of calm and relaxation.

Kickstart Your metabolism and Boost Weight loss

Your adrenals control your metabolism - if that’s running at normal levels, to distribute energy and effectively burn the calories you consume through food, all is well. Without that, energy loss and weight gain can become a hurdle, and of course, difficulty losing weight.

Excess adrenal hormones can go straight to your waistline. The adrenal hormone cortisol helps ensure that you have enough energy to get through an emergency. And when stress triggers the release of cortisol, it remains in your system for around nine hours (or longer, if your body is not detoxifying hormones effectively), blocking your ability to lose weight. When in high circulation, cortisol can contribute to extra weight – especially around the belly -- as it plays in key role in how your body metabolizes food and regulates blood sugar levels. Cortisol elevates blood sugar levels in your body which usually get stored as fat.

Cortisol also tells your brain you’re under threat and which prompts your body to store fat in case food becomes scarce. Fat cells in your belly also contain more cortisol receptors, contributing to a viscous cycle of stress and weight gain.

Inject Yourself With a Natural Dose of Energy

Your body needs energy and vitality to heal. Energy fuels your body’s internal functions and repairs, builds and maintains cells and tissues. It also facilitates the chemical reactions that allow us to heal. When your adrenal glands are depleted, your ability to regenerate and heal slows down dramatically, allowing toxins to accumulate which contribute to your sense of fatigue. When you help balance your adrenals, your body can finally get rid of the accumulated toxins and start to regain energy and vitality.

Clear Up Brain Fog and Improve Memory

Chronic stress actually shrinks the part of the brain responsible for short-term memory Poor adrenal function is correlated with lower activity in the frontal lobes (which is involved in emotions, memory and decisions). Your adrenal hormones also impact central nervous system and disrupt cognitive processes such as thinking, which may contribute to brain fog and slow recall. Brain fog, in fac, can be a sign that your metabolism is diverting energy to other more critical biological systems within the body.

Calm Allergies

Poor adrenal function can contribute to respiratory allergies to mold, pollen, dust, grass, or pets. Adrenal hormones DHEA and cortisol have a role in regulating the inflammatory response of the immune system. Your immune system may become overactive when your adrenal glands produce inadequate amounts of these hormones. In turn, inflammatory responses increase, and the immune system identifies common substances as a health threat.

Eliminate Anxiety and Overwhelm

Cortisol triggers an alarmed response in the body which can contribute to jitters, a nervous stomach, feelings of panic and anxiety. Your adrenal glands constantly circulate stress hormones that keep you on high alert and amplify your reaction to minor stressors, causing you to over-react to minor triggers. What’s more, when your body thinks it is in a state of emergency, it dumps calming minerals - like magnesium– to shift you at of relaxation and help you prepare for fight or flight, which can amplify feelings of anxiety and overwhelm.

Give Your Immune System a Significant Edge

Your adrenal glands help regulate your immune system. Ongoing stress can weaken the adrenals so much so that they are not able to sufficiently stimulate the immune system to keep you healthy. The adrenal hormone cortisol depresses the immune system, allowing bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and viral infections to proliferate. This can create a vicious cycle as chronic infections put you into an inflamed state which further triggers your adrenal stress response.

Enhance sleep

Cortisol levels are supposed to drop at night, allowing your body to relax and recharge. When cortisol levels are out of balance, you may feel more energized at night making it hard to sleep. If cortisol is telling your brain that you are under threat, it is not about to let you get into a deep sleep. That’s why you keep getting woken by the slightest sound. It’s also why you wake in the night feeling alert or experiencing feelings of stress or panic. Since cortisol is supposed to be the highest in the morning and lowest in the late evening, it’s common to feel tired earlier than you usually would, leaving you feeling exhausted and drained. Supporting adrenal and cortisol rhythms can help enhance your sleep.

Quick Temper

High levels of cortisol suppress production of DHEA and other feel good hormones like Serotonin and Dopamine. This hormonal imbalance can leave you feeling irritable and frustrated. Little things that would typically not annoy you can spur feelings of anger at the drop of a hat. The accumulation of this emotional stress will eventually result in outbursts and rage that may be more challenging to control than usual.

Alleviated Physical Pain

High cortisol levels deplete the adrenal glands. This raises prolactin levels, increasing the body’s sensitivity to pain, such as backaches and muscle aches. Excessive cortisol can also make the brain overly sensitive to pain, triggering headaches. What’s more, your Adrenal glands directly impact some of the muscles that manage the lower back and hip, including your Sartorius muscle, which is a major pelvic stabilizer. High levels of stress can create tension in the muscles causing them to stiffen or lock up resulting in back pain.