8: Are You Exhausted? Adrenal Fatigue & Genetics with Dr. Lulu Shimek
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Can't get out of bed in the morning? Wired and tired? Struggling to lose weight in your midsection? These are all signs of Adrenal Fatigue, and it's not something to put off treating, because the adrenals play such an integral role in so many bodily systems such as blood pressure, blood sugar, sex hormones, metabolism and more.
Dr. Lulu Shimek is a Naturopathic Physician and expert in genetic health, working with patients experiencing chronic disease such as hormonal imbalance, adrenal fatigue, thyroid dysfunction, autoimmune disease, digestive disorders, toxicity, depression and anxiety.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The difference between a naturopath and a Naturopathic Doctor
- What you need to know about how the adrenal glands work in the body
- Symptoms of adrenal fatigue
- What causes adrenal fatigue
- How adrenal fatigue impacts other systems and organs in the body like the thyroid
- How to treat adrenal fatigue without wasting time and money
- The importance of getting proper lab testing and working with a practitioner who can interpret your lab work
- The importance of genetic testing and how to know if you should get it
Connect with Dr. Lulu Shimek:
http://doclulu.com/
Podcast: The Genetic Genius
Book: Detox Nourish Activate: Plant & Vibrational Medicine for Energy, Mood, and Love
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Website: www.root-reasons.com
Instagram: @jessbrootreasons
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