Understanding Adrenal Fatigue: How to Heal and Recharge Your Body with Dr Trishia Pingel

In this episode, our guest Dr Trishia Pingel breaks down stress and adrenal fatigue, focusing on the vital role of sleep in recharging the body and promoting healing. She also explains the function of cortisol in stress management and the detrimental effects of chronic stress on our body. Together, we explore the stages of adrenal dysfunction, from the superhero stage to the roller coaster stage and the burnout stage, and highlight the importance of addressing both external and internal stressors. Dr Pingel also offers practical tips for setting boundaries, improving nutrition, and incorporating exercise and relaxation techniques into daily routines. Dr. Pingel is a licensed naturopathic physician, known as the Adrenal Whisperer. She has dedicated nearly 15 years of her career as an adrenal and stress expert. She helps Rockstar women look and feel great by fixing their adrenals without using medications. Her specialty is getting to the root cause of health issues and restoring health and youthful energy. In today's episode, we talk about: Stress and adrenal fatigue Importance of sleep in recharging and healing the body The "superhuman stage" and its impact Effects of chronic stress on cortisol levels and the sympathetic nervous system Role of external and internal stress in adrenal fatigue Stages of adrenal dysfunction: superhero stage, roller coaster stage, and burnout stage Setting boundaries with external stressors Focus on nutrition, exercise, supplementation, and mindset for adrenal healing Reconnecting with activities that bring joy and listening to one's intuition If this is resonating with you and you want to learn more about Dr Trishia Pingel, visit her website and connect with her on Instagram and LinkedIn.   If you liked the episode, please take a moment and leave a review. It helps to get the podcast in front of other people. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you're struggling with sleep, get 15 easy-to-implement sleep tips here:  https://sleeplikeaboss.com/the-game-of-sleep ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I'm Annika Carroll, Women's Sleep & Health Coach, FDN-P and CEO of Sleep Like a Boss.  I help women get their sleep & energy back, so they feel like they are in their 20s again. For any questions or inquiries, please send me an email:  [email protected]. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My favourite sleep support: Sleepout Blackout Curtains (10% off with code Annika10): https://bit.ly/3LcdXJd Higherdose Infrared Sauna Blanket: https://bit.ly/397emfs Viva Rays Blue Light Blocking Glasses: https://bit.ly/3KOEo6