In his book The Holistic Herbal, David Hoffmann states: \u201cIt is in the complexities of our inner control systems that mind meets body most closely. If consciousness is seen as a faculty of the brain, then the partnership of nervous system and endocrine glands acts as a bridge linking consciousness and body.\u201d<\/p>\n
The glandular system includes the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenals, pancreas, pineal, thymus and gonads (ovaries or testes). Endocrine glands secrete and release hormones directly into the bloodstream.<\/p>\n
Receptor sites for different hormones in each cell trigger changes or reactions in the cell\u2019s metabolism. Fatigue is probably the biggest complaint of North Americans and often results from overworked adrenals. Jobs, family, noise pollution and the stresses of today\u2019s busy lifestyles all contribute. Drinking coffee and other caffeine beverages puts an extra burden on already overworked adrenal glands.ne<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0spruce<\/a>\u00a0help revive adrenals. A massage or bath with the blend given below supports adrenal function-but don\u2019t forget to schedule time to relax!<\/p>\n Adrenal Support<\/strong><\/p>\n * 4 drops\u00a0pine<\/a>\u00a0(Pinus sylvestris) This blend can be used in the bath or as a massage. For extra stimulation, add 2 drops\u00a0rosemary<\/a>.<\/p>\n Herbal Adjuncts-Regulating the thyroid with essential oils alone may not be enough. Use an eclectic approach of herbs, diet and exercise for best results.<\/p>\n For under activity, some\u00a0aromatherapist<\/a>\u00a0use seaweed absolute diluted to 3 percent and applied to the thyroid, although eating seaweed itself is more often recommended.<\/p>\n Digestive bitters-golden seal<\/a>,\u00a0dandelion<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0yellow dock<\/a>, for examples-are useful here, acting through reflex stimulation. Beneficial herbs for the adrenals include\u00a0ginseng<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0licorice<\/a>. Add garlic, onions and seaweeds such as\u00a0kelp<\/a>, dulse, hiziki and wakame to your diet to boost an\u00a0underactive thyroid<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\n* 4 drops\u00a0spruce<\/a>\u00a0(Picea mariana)
\n* 2 drops\u00a0lavender<\/a>
\n* 1 ounce\u00a0carrier oil<\/a><\/p>\n