Aldosterone is one hormone produced by these glands that work to regulate blood pressure and certain electrolytes. Cortisol and adrenaline are two of the other main hormones produced by your adrenals, and both of these are what cause you to have a fight-or-flight response when confronted with stressful situations. When this type of healthy stress is put on the body, it helps regulate blood pressure and keep energy up in order to keep you alive.[2]

Adrenals are essential to maintaining a good hormone balance within your body, so keeping these glands working is important to living a longer and healthier life. In general, staying healthy and fit are great ways to promote wellness for all different parts of your body, but there are a few specific things you can do to keep your adrenals (among many other things) functioning properly.

Getting lots of high quality sleep is something that helps every part of the body, and your adrenal glands are no different. When sleeping, your adrenals are able to rest and recuperate, leaving them more prepared to function well the next morning. Going to bed before midnight (about 10pm-11pm) is also a great way to maintain a solid hormone balance and keep a consistent sleeping pattern, since many experience higher cortisol levels right before midnight.[3]

Eating a nutrient rich diet is another one of the best ways to keep your adrenals healthy. Preferably, one with lots of anti-inflammatory properties. Fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, and protein are some of the best types of food to eat on a daily basis. Plant-based diets are important to give your body the vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants it needs to fuel your adrenal glands.[4] Keeping your body’s hormone balance and adrenal health in check is so important to staying healthy all around. Doing just a few simple things on a daily basis, like eating right and sleeping well, are such easy things you can do that still can have an incredible impact on your quality of life.