Meet the Endocrine system!

• Glands within our endocrine system produce hormones to direct the metabolic functions of the body.
• Each gland produces its own hormones and affect each other directly or indirectly.
• The liver also plays a huge role in hormone regulation as well by removing excess hormones.
• Because so many roles are involved with hormone production and regulation, people are often misdiagnosed, or diagnoses become difficult to recognize.

Here’s all what’s included within our Endocrine system!

Hypothalamus – Pituitary – Pineal – Thyroid – Parathyroid – Thymus – Adrenal – Pancreas

Here is a brief run down of a few of these systems:

HYPOTHALAMUS… (A part of our Limbic System and our mood center)

Known as the regulatory center of the body.

It receives chemical and electrical signals from the blood and nervous system. It is involved in moment-to-moment and day to day functions.

The hypothalamus keeps track of hormones, electrolytes, and nutrients.

When we feel certain emotions, it actually makes a “copy” through chemical and electrical signals given through our bloodstream and nerve impulses.

Did you know? The Hypothalamus protects the brain from overload by sending certain signals given through emotions to various organs.

The liver is an example. The Hypothalamus sends hormones released through anger to our liver (that’s why you may hear, “anger is stored in the liver”). This can cause our liver distress which is why it is important to control anger.

Many people who have issues with anger management tend to have higher liver enzymes. Over time, this can lead to liver damage due to the stress hormones stored here to prevent the brain from being overloaded. Crazy right?Why is this?

When you feel certain emotions, the hypothalamus is signaled to trigger certain bodily functions (ex. heart rate, breathing, blood pressure change, bowel regulation, etc). These chemical and electrical signals will send “messages” to certain organs. When emotions are not balanced, the stored-up emotions will trigger organ imbalances. Fact…

When we inhale certain oils, the aromas and molecules of that oil travel through our olfactory nerve straight to our Limbic System reaching our Hypothalamus. This is why we feel certain effects through various properties within the oils just by inhaling them!

Bring on the Peace & Calming! : -)

PITUITARY GLAND

Also known as the “master gland”.

The Pituitary gland sends hormonal secretions to other glands so they can produce their appropriate hormones and signals. Such glands that are stimulated are ovaries, testes, kidneys, adrenals, uterus, and mammary.

• The Pituitary gland produces HGH (human growth hormone) that helps with fat breakdown, building muscle, and energy levels.

Also produces TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) that triggers the Thyroid toproduce T3 & T4

• Low functioning pituitary leads to hypothyroidism. Below are signs and symptoms of Pituitary issues/imbalances…

• High blood pressure
• Difficulty pregnancy
• Adrenal insufficiency
• Weight problems
• Hypoglycemia
• Weakness
• Dysmenorrhea
• Poor memory
• Migraines
• Water retention
• Chronic fatigue
• Can’t get enough sleep
• Low sex hormones
• Low metabolism

Supporting the Pituitary:

Regenolone Cream

Ingredients include:

• pure pregnenolone cream (a precursor for progesterone),
• MSM,
• progesterone,
• various micro algae greens to help support hormones and metabolism,
• and other ingredients and essential oils for supporting joints, hormones, and brain function.

Apply to skin as needed. Can apply to dry skin, joints, or inside of wrists and/or ankles, and neck.

Frankincense/Sacred Frankincense (similar properties/effects just tad different species…fan fave is Sacred Frank).

Supports whole body wellness including pituitary function.

Can diffuse/inhale or take in capsules daily.

High is sesquiterpenes which promote cellular oxygenation to function and communicate normally.

Idaho Balsam Fir

Supports body’s normal response to inflammation.

When inhaled, supports pituitary’s normal production of Human Growth Hormone which helps support and balance cortisol levels in body.

Can also apply topically to joints for comfort.

Omegagize

Combines the power of three core daily supplements: omega 3 fatty acids, vitaminD-3, and CoQ10.

Also combined with the exclusive enhancement essential oil blend to create anomega-3, DHA-rich fish oil supplement that may support general wellness.

Take daily to support normal brain, heart, eye, and joint health.

Omega 3 is essential to support hormone production and balance.

Contains fat-soluble Omega 3 that can be absorbed by the brain (water soluble cannot).

Because it contains CoQ10, it’s also great for managing our energy levels.

THYROID

The thyroid is under the direction of the pituitary. Its main jobs are to secrete hormones and boost metabolism. It is responsible for working with your adrenal glands and other major systems of the body to manage stress, energy and overall hormonal function. Many thyroid issues are misdiagnosed for depression.

The main hormones produced by the thyroid gland is Triiodothyronine and Thyroxin (T3 & T4).

Triiodothyronine (T3) affects almost every physiological process in the body, including growth and development, metabolism, temperature, and heart rate.

Thyroxin (T4) acts to increase metabolic rate, which in turn helps regulate growth and development.

Many things can suppress thyroid function, which can range from a diet full of processed foods, not getting enough sleep, chemical overload, adrenal fatigue, or imbalanced diet.

Facts…

The thyroid sets our body’s pace. Hormones produced by the thyroid affects how fast our brain, heart, muscles and liver will function.

The thyroid thrives on iodine. When iodine is suppressed within our body, the thyroid can’t function properly.

Did you know?

Fluoride competes for space in the thyroid and combats iodine. Iodine is essential when it comes to thyroid functioning. Low iodine levels can cause inflammation of the thyroid. We take in more than enough fluoride in our environment. Replacing our oral care products to fluoride free and chemical free products can lower our daily intake of fluoride which in turn can help balance out iodine absorption.

Here are signs of thyroid imbalances…

+ Fatigue

+ Weakness

+ Corse dry hair

+ Dry rough pale skin

+ Hair loss

+ Cold intolerance

+ Muscle cramps

+ Constipation

+ Depression

+ Irritability

+ Memory loss

+ Abnormal cycles

+ Decreased libido

+ Hormone imbalances

Supporting the Thyroid…

Endoflex Blend

of Spearmint, Geranium, and other pure essential oils that help balance and support overall endocrine function. Helps stimulate normal thyroid function.

+ Apply 3-5 drops diluted or neat over thyroid area (front mid/low neck) and/or balls of feet (vitaflex point for thyroid)

Myrtle

Acts as an adaptogenic aid, which means it brings balance to the body however needed. Helps balance overall thyroid function whichever way is needed.

+ Can dilute and rub topically over thyroid.

Lemongrass

supports under active thyroid and its response to inflammation

+ DILUTE with carrier oil and rub topically directly over thyroid

+ Can also take Lemongrass vitality in capsules daily.

Thyromin

is a special blend of porcine glandular extracts, herbs, amino acids, minerals, and therapeutic grade essential oils in a perfectly balanced formula that maximizes nutritional support for thyroid function.

+ Take one to two capsules daily before bed

+ 1st week may keep you more awake at night until balance is maintained.

+ Can try one pill in morning and one at night until adjusted.

+ Thyroid recharges at night from 9-11pm

+ May take months to get back to normal but may feel immediate results.

Ningxia Nitro

Just one small tube contains 75 mcg of pure iodine, that’s 50 percent of the recommended daily value for an adult!

+ Great for an energy boost and pick me up! No need for harmful energy shots at the gas station! This is an amazing plant based, nutrient-rich substitute!

+Take in the morning to start off your day, when you hit that afternoon slump, or any time you need that energy.

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