Visit DrStevenZodkoy.com

Follow Dr. Zodkoy on Instagram

HealthFlex
×
  • Home
  • About
  • Special Services
    • Clinical Nutrition
    • Intervertebral Differential Dynamics
    • Synaptic Therapy
    • Alpha Stimulation
    • Whole Body Vibration
    • Applied Kinesiology
    • Chiropractic
    • Physical Therapy
    • LiteCure Deep Laser Therapy
    • Neuro Emotional Technique
  • Symptoms
  • Patients
    • New Patient Forms
  • Store
  • Testimonials
  • Contact

Are you suffering from Abnormal Cortisol Pattern?

Are you suffering from Abnormal Cortisol Pattern?
April 24, 2018Dr. Steven Zodkoy, DCLatest Newscortisolinsomnia

One of the greatest ironies in medicine is that people who are exhausted from Burnout/Adrenal Fatigue sufferer from chronic insomnia.  How can a person who can barely get up in the morning and has to muddle through the day be awake all night long, the answer is they have an abnormal cortisol pattern.

Normally a person has their highest levels of cortisol around 8 am.  This high level helps them get up in the morning and have the energy to work throughout the day.  Cortisol levels drop by 50% by noon and by 80% by 5 pm.  This steady decline in cortisol allows a person to relax at the end of the day and get a good nights sleep.  It is not only the low cortisol level at night that allows for sleep but also the gradient change from high to low that lets the body know it is time to rest.  It has been well documented that people suffering with adrenal fatigue/Burnout have an abnormal cortisol pattern.

An abnormal cortisol pattern can manifest in several different ways.   The general public believes that when they have adrenal fatigue/Burnout that their levels are always low and that is why they are always fatigued which may be true. The more common cortisol pattern for those with adrenal fatigue/Burnout and insomnia is that their cortisol level has shifted so that their high cortisol is much later in the day. If you look at the diagram below, the blue wave is a normal cortisol pattern which is highest in the am while the red is an abnormal cortisol pattern highest in the evening which leads to insomnis and morning exhuation.

This  abnormal adrenal pattern feeds on itself with every consecutive day the problem gets worse.  The pattern occurs because because a person at first has a delay in their morning cortisol and over time that delay just becomes worse until it interferes with their sleep.

Correcting an abnormal cortisol pattern that causes insomnia requires a special approach. A person must strengthen the morning cortisol levels and at the same time lower the evening cortisol levels.  Remember, it is the gradient between the two that allows a person to feel calm and ready to sleep. Simply supporting the adrenals and or taking a sleeping aid will not correct the problem. Here are the most common nutrients I recommend.

Designs for Health: Adrenal Complex at breakfast to raise cortisol
Designs for Health: Adrenotone at lunch to balance cortisol
Xymogen Sedalin at 4pm-6pm  (dinner) to drop cortisol
and if need immediate sleep relief
Designs for Health Insomnitol at bedtime to promote sleep

The products are available at www.TheAdrenalFatigueLink.com

Add Comment Cancel


Latest Posts

  • Natural Weight Loss with Hemp Oil January 29, 2019
  • Dealing with the Stress of Being Furloughed January 21, 2019
  • How to Control Toxic Thoughts January 7, 2019
  • Understanding Your Limits During Recovery August 13, 2018

Looking for Health News?

Have you read the Misdiagnosed: the Adrenal Fatigue Link?

Buy it now on Amazon

Do you know what your symptoms mean?

Try the Symptom Checker

Get Effective Treatment for Anxiety and Depression

Check out Alpha Stimulator!

Patient Testimonials

https://youtu.be/h9g2eeWotDw

Tag Cloud

acute pain adrenal fatigue anxiety applied kinesiology banaba brain processing burnout calm cp chiropractic cortisol diet fatigue furloughed glucose health healthcare hemp herbs holistic insomnia migraine prevention migraines NET Neuro Emotional Technique nsaid nutrition nutritional opioids painkillers power off relax resiliency program rest sciatica nerve sleep spinning stress supplements symptoms Toxic Thoughts vertigo veterans weight weight gain weight loss

logo

Dr. Steven Zodkoy is a board certified chiropractor, nutritionist and kinesiologst who, for over 20 years, has specialized in assisting patients that have not found relief through a standard course of treatment.

732-308-0099

szodkoy@hotmail.com

503 Stillwells Corner Road Freehold, NJ 07728

Monmouth Advanced Medicine
Monmouth Advanced Medicine
5.0
powered by Google
Dina Poma-Barnes
Dina Poma-Barnes
14:24 14 Jan 18
A true treasure. A doctor, and his staff, that not only cares, but is an expert in his field. I travel from Northern Virginia to New Jersey once a month to see Dr. Zodkoy. A small price for the outstanding and knowledgeable medical care he provides.
Judith Major
Judith Major
23:10 18 Feb 18
Dr. Zodkoy is amazing. He has helped me where an orthopedic doctor and physical therapy has failed. He uses chiropractic techniques, applied kinesiology and nutrition in his treatment plan. He truly works wonders. I have never felt better. You are treated like family from the time you walk through the door. Marie and Christy are always welcoming and pleasant. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
Alexis Lang
Alexis Lang
13:48 13 Feb 18
I and my entire family see Dr. Zodkoy before anyone else for anything from sports injuries to ADHD to stress related issues. What he does works. He listens and catches things that lead to solutions. He explains what the cause of issues is, how he will treat them, and how long the treatments will take. I have referred dozens of people to him and every one has thanked me for the results they got from his treatments. I can't recommend him highly enough.
Frank Bravoco
Frank Bravoco
15:45 30 Oct 17
I cannot say enough about the treatment that I have received from Dr Zodkoy. I was referred to Dr Z by a friend and I am glad that I made that first appointment. He was able to diagnose my problem immediately. I was truly impressed with the results that soon followed my treatments. I would highly recommend Dr Z based on his experience, knowledge and his ability to get results.
Giuseppe Lubrano
Giuseppe Lubrano
14:57 25 Nov 17
I've had back problems for a very long time. I have 3 herniated discs that have caused me pain for over 15 years, sometimes severely so. After seeing several back doctors/surgeons, one who said surgery was the only option, this scared me away after hearing stories of things getting worse after surgery. I was referred to Dr Zodkoy who has since been a miracle. I no longer have the everyday back pain. I can pick up my kids, go golfing, stand for 14 hours a day which my job requires, and live a normal life. I have been so thankful for his therapies and would recommend him to anyone.
Next Reviews
© 2017 Monmouth Advanced Medicine. All Rights Reserved.
Contact Webmaster: Charn Web Design