Will Adrenal Fatigue Cause Weight Gain? Cushing's Syndrome & High Cortisol Levels - Dr.Berg

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    What is adrenal fatigue, and will it cause you to gain weight? Watch this video to find out.
    Timestamps:
    0:33 How the adrenal glands work
    0:46 What is Cushing's syndrome?
    1:52 Cushing's syndrome symptoms
    3:25 Can adrenal fatigue actually cause you to gain weight?
    4:54 Why does adrenal fatigue cause weight gain?
    5:42 How does adrenal fatigue cause weight gain?
    7:55 How can you fix the problem?
    In this video, let's talk about adrenal fatigue. The question I want to answer is this: can adrenal fatigue cause you to gain weight?
    The first thing you need to know is that the medical profession does not acknowledge adrenal fatigue as a medical problem. They just don't recognize it.
    There's a condition called Cushing's syndrome, which is characterized by high cortisol or hypercortisolism. Cortisol is known as the stress hormone, and the adrenal glands are responsible for creating it.
    The thing is, you don't just wake up with this Cushing's. It gradually starts and gets worse it worse. The starting point is adrenal fatigue-the same way that prediabetes happens before type II diabetes.
    With a full-blown Cushing's syndrome case, you can see these symptoms:
    • Visceral fat
    • High blood pressure
    • Round face
    • Red cheeks
    • Fatigue
    • Anxiety
    • Buffalo hump
    • Fat-collar bone
    • Thin skin
    • Decreased libido
    • Hypokalemia
    • Low vitamin D
    • Insomnia
    However, people with adrenal fatigue can also experience these symptoms, but they may not be quite as severe.
    Let's get back to the question, "Can adrenal fatigue cause weight gain?"
    It really depends on how chronic it is. If you have an issue with chronic stress, as opposed to only having occasional stress events, then you can definitely have some weight gain. It also depends on the diet. If you have a bad diet and you have chronic stress, the situation is going to be far worse.
    Why does cortisol cause weight gain? The purpose of cortisol is to increase your energy in stressful situations, like being chased by a tiger. However, when that energy (which is sugar in this case) isn't being used-like those who work at a desk-it gets stored as fat. Even worse, cortisol converts your muscle into sugar, which can reduce your muscle mass.
    Cortisol also has another function. Along with creating fat, it prevents the burning of fat. This means that you'll have a hard time to get into ketosis.
    The key is to start by figuring out where the stress is coming from. Then, you can work towards lowering it. Next, start on Healthy Keto and intermittent fasting. Finally, make sure you are getting plenty of vitamin D, vitamin C, and potassium.
    Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
    Dr. Berg, 58 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of The New Body Type Guide and other books published by KB Publishing. He has taught students nutrition as an adjunct professor at Howard University. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.
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    Disclaimer:
    Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
    Thanks for watching. I hope this video helped you better understand how adrenal fatigue causes weight gain.

КОМЕНТАРІ • 404

  • @BarbarellaAlpha
    @BarbarellaAlpha 4 роки тому +192

    @Dr. Eric Berg DC
    I asked my doctor to help me when I started having these symptoms back in 2014, and he just pushed antidepressants at me :(
    Your channel has done more to help me than the 4 doctors I have seen in the last 6 years. THANK YOU!

    • @irishcountrygirl78
      @irishcountrygirl78 4 роки тому +5

      That's wonderful! Yeah most doctors push drugs on you and usher you out of their office. Gobshites.

    • @RaniaFarislovesRoubi
      @RaniaFarislovesRoubi 4 роки тому +19

      I experience the same thing. Around 2 years ago and after I tell to the doctor how my skull seems being split in half & after 3 minutes, doctors only prescribed me expensive medication. It turns out that I had a mild stroke. Thats why I only listen to Dr. Berg ❤❤❤

    • @melindalancaster9648
      @melindalancaster9648 4 роки тому +5

      @@RaniaFarislovesRoubi wow...i watched them misdiagnosed my husband 4 times last year...i avoid them like the plaque but i have 2 go bcz i'm on disability & physically impaired.

    • @jhardy9073
      @jhardy9073 4 роки тому +10

      It took my system 5 years to recover from anti-depressants that I was on for 18 months. The serotonin reuptake inhibitors only cause your system to be less able, not more, to learn how to generate the feel good chemistry

    • @Jamessss1010
      @Jamessss1010 4 роки тому +2

      Barbarella Alpha
      My doctor did the same thing

  • @m.m.574
    @m.m.574 4 роки тому +159

    love that you're making so many vids about stress , adrenal fatigue, cortisol recently. It's such an important topic and we need more information about it

    • @elonerrigby9389
      @elonerrigby9389 4 роки тому +3

      Cod liver oil converted. I do not mind being a sweet sweet fatty. I just want to be healthy and live to a ripe old age. This worryingly all resonates. I think looking right back working at a animal shelter. Either strong disinfectant or animal bites/bug bites set my thyroid issues off. I was a size 12. In a few months size 24. They sacked me from my other job at the time, working in a health store. Lol. I Was at college and training for the London marathon and going out with my friends & studying and working a lot then suddenly I was a elderly looking obese balding women with absolutely no memory. I couldn't even communicate what was wrong with me. My ex at the time took me to the Dr and literally spoke for me. I was just shivering and couldn't even walk short distances. My life has been a trip. Thanks for the knowledge Dr Berg. Baby steps forward are are still steps forward. Keeping at it. I absolutely crave carbs. I think it's possible it's this. Being a biological curiosity I found out Aswaghanda makes me absolutely crazy. Blood rushing, Angry! I can't take that stuff. Or I will Be doing jail time. Makes me wonder x I have a similar issue with my levothyroxine but it is much less. But I have to take it two hours before seeing anyone or I am just snappy and I can feel my blood literally rush. I do wonder about thyroid patients mental health. It has to be absolutely connected x

    • @elonerrigby9389
      @elonerrigby9389 4 роки тому +2

      *a few hours * before. Can you take it at night? I have been. At least then I am just awake and angry, rather than snappy around my loved ones. I do hate this crap. I am greatful I don't have a terminal disease but thyroid disease and obesity? Cognitive issues. I would not wish it on my very worst enemy x

    • @pisceslovelessons6488
      @pisceslovelessons6488 2 роки тому

      Yes because I have l these issues

    • @anjugeogeorge1195
      @anjugeogeorge1195 10 місяців тому

      I’m

  • @maggotmeatballz2692
    @maggotmeatballz2692 4 роки тому +86

    Dr Berg the reason the medical profession doesn't recognize adrenal fatigue is because most ppl over 30 are suffering from it and they would have to admit there's something very wrong with our diet and lifestyle and then if they had to tell everyone to do healthy keto and reduce stress then everyone would be too healthy and hence, non profitable.

    • @GameChanger597
      @GameChanger597 Рік тому +4

      Exactly. They have to come up with a drug first before they admit anything.

    • @GoldberryIsland
      @GoldberryIsland 6 місяців тому +3

      Not mention bombarding people with stress and worry through politics.

  • @jonathanshehadeh490
    @jonathanshehadeh490 4 роки тому +38

    I was diagnosed with ADD at a young age and put on the highest dosage of vyvanse and adderall (yes two prescription both at highest dosage) which led to way too much cortisol, horrible sleep problems, and a lot of adrenal fatigue. I was up to 300 lbs at one time but alhamdulilah I'm down to 170 lbs because of the healthy Keto Diet Plan. Now I'm avoiding caffeine and all stimulants, walking in sunlight and getting good amounts of sleep in hopes to "turn off" my cortisol switch and repair my cognitive abilities naturally, in shaa Allah

    • @Colby_00
      @Colby_00 2 роки тому +1

      Same

    • @MooiMeissje
      @MooiMeissje 9 місяців тому

      Alhamdullilah

    • @tanyawieczorek6603
      @tanyawieczorek6603 8 місяців тому +1

      You don't want to turn off your cortisol completely, it is 100% needed for life.

  • @smithjacusmc
    @smithjacusmc 4 роки тому +28

    I saw this and immediately thought of military veterans, combat or not, it's a high stress environment, and while they are in, there is an outlet, usually, for the sugars being released, but then they get out or retire, and then it's down hill. Seperation anxiety, loss of purpose, lack of motivation, etc...when I got out of military in 2000, i went from 165lbs to 210lbs, in about 6 months, took me 20 years to beat it. But here is what I know, the old stressors always linger in us, we have to find purpose, and peace with who we are. This video could literally save someones life. Pass it on to a Vet you know that may be struggling.

    • @allenbarrow4904
      @allenbarrow4904 3 роки тому

      I can relate to it. Retired in 2001 and blower up to 365 lbs at 2003. Kept having health issues until 2009, got onto a health kick mode and dropped down to 238 lbs by 2018. Now l have kept between 235 and 245 lbs today. Attitude and persistent made a big difference.

    • @princessadora
      @princessadora 2 роки тому

      its not common to get cushings from stress its most commonly a tumour. i feel like this video is a bit misleading. cushings is deathly.

    • @princessadora
      @princessadora 2 роки тому

      not minimising ptsd but its very rare to get cushings this way.

    • @TheFracturedfuture
      @TheFracturedfuture Рік тому +1

      @@princessadora What caused the tumor though? Stress can cause tumors that lead to cushings.

  • @LivingInColumbus
    @LivingInColumbus 4 роки тому +46

    “Other than that, you are going to be perfectly fine....” 😂 Dr Berg, you are super funny with that dry sarcasm humor

  • @OneUnderground
    @OneUnderground 2 роки тому +34

    I have high cortisol but I've been losing weight like crazy due to thyroid issues. I was also diagnosed with autoimmune. All my health issues began during a time of high stress: lots of family deaths, losing my home, moving to a new state, and bf at the time having a baby with another woman. The west isn't taught how to handle stress or the importance of the mind-body connection.

    • @GameChanger597
      @GameChanger597 Рік тому +6

      I hope you dumped the boyfriend. I'm so sorry you went through all that

    • @jc-246
      @jc-246 9 місяців тому +1

      I hope life is positive now 🙏

    • @OneUnderground
      @OneUnderground 8 місяців тому

      @@GameChanger597 oh I dumped him alright and never looked back. Thank you!

    • @OneUnderground
      @OneUnderground 8 місяців тому +1

      @@jc-246 why thank you 🙏 I have a less stressful lifestyle now.

    • @OneUnderground
      @OneUnderground 8 місяців тому +2

      An important update:
      I started gaining weight and my health began to decline again. But this time the doctors finally figured out I have Cushing’s disease - a benign pituitary tumor that has been causing chronically high cortisol levels. I guess that stressful period in my life simply made it worse.
      I think it’s important for people to be aware of this so they can get thoroughly checked and diagnosed early on, as Cushing’s can be fatal in the long run. I literally went years suffering endlessly because I brushed off my symptoms as simply adrenal fatigue and never thought it could actually be a tumor. I’m due for surgery in the upcoming months. Blessings to all 🙏
      Also, I still think reducing stress or learning to cope with it through a mind-body connection is still important. I’ve begun doing Qigong, meditation, long walks in nature. And although it hasn’t cured my tumor, I think I’d be way worse off without these.

  • @rodneycox329
    @rodneycox329 4 роки тому +40

    I put a teaspoon of magnesium sulfate mixed 600ml of water in an ultrasonic mister and leave that running overnight while I sleep.
    That keeps trace amounts in the blood stream while sleeping and breathing the mist.
    I wake up feeling like I've been massages all night while sleeping, its super relaxing!!

  • @margotmaven1052
    @margotmaven1052 Місяць тому +2

    Keto and intermittent fasting completely crashed me, took years to recover.

  • @TheBuddy1939
    @TheBuddy1939 4 роки тому +6

    I am not surprised that I consider you the top educator in this field. Doing the homework for the rest of us makes me aware of the real reason for you being in the health care profession. Thank you.

  • @gvanausdle
    @gvanausdle 4 роки тому +55

    Now I know what the condition is I've experienced for years. My belly got so big when I sat down it was nearly to the floor. My daughter used to say I looked like a frog because I had big belly and tiny legs. I've lost about 240 lbs so far doing low carb/keto. Getting the muscles to build in my legs has been a struggle. Taking adaptogenic herbs has helped n now I sleep 6 to 7 hours usually.

    • @lillypod1337
      @lillypod1337 4 роки тому +8

      Wow, congradulations on 240 lbs lost ! Dayum! You doing IF as well ? I took a collagen peptide powder (Dr. Axe and Primal Kitchen) and sprinkled into my morning coffee to rebuild the back of my upper leg and butt muscles. Dr. Berg recommends having ALL amino acids available and that's what i did. And of course other nutrients as well like the nutritional yeast, cod liver oil, etc...

    • @isabellepiat912
      @isabellepiat912 4 роки тому +5

      @@lillypod1337 what is ' ALL' stand for in ALL amino acids ? I have the same problem. Really need some help to educate myself 😅.

    • @Jojospyder
      @Jojospyder 4 роки тому +2

      That is awesome...I wish for you to have continued strength and hope.

    • @princessadora
      @princessadora 2 роки тому +6

      cushings is most commonly caused by a tumour. you can't get rid of it with a diet.

    • @teresamclain5015
      @teresamclain5015 7 місяців тому +1

      🎉wow! Congratulations!

  • @davidjackson4112
    @davidjackson4112 4 роки тому +8

    Wow! What a wealth of information. Thanks Dr. Berg.

  • @sandy-sx5zr
    @sandy-sx5zr 4 роки тому +16

    Wish my Doctor had this understanding... What a crazy world we live in... Thanks Dr Berg

    • @GameChanger597
      @GameChanger597 Рік тому

      And if you try to share with them what you suspect is wrong, they get arrogant and belittle what you say. If you want to see a doctors God complex, tell them something outside what their med school taught them.

    • @exoticwitch5553
      @exoticwitch5553 Рік тому

      @@GameChanger597 and doctors even fatshames us and gives us disgusting look bout our fat body

  • @ashalt867
    @ashalt867 4 роки тому +2

    YES! I JUST bought your adrenal fatigue formula!

  • @tjtampa214
    @tjtampa214 4 роки тому +4

    Just Excellent. The best, Doc. 🌷
    Thank you for all these videos and all your hard work now and over the years. 💪

  • @johnirosezamorano
    @johnirosezamorano 2 роки тому +1

    This makes so much sense, thank you, Dr. Berg.

  • @thomasbayer2832
    @thomasbayer2832 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent advice and information ☝🏻

  • @mswasabi9702
    @mswasabi9702 4 роки тому +8

    Thank you for explaining. I was wondering how my body all of a sudden changed not because of food but from my fatigue, stress and insulin increase. I'm now more aware of it then ever and constantly trying to improve.

  • @annettefowler4704
    @annettefowler4704 4 роки тому +6

    Thank you, Dr Berg.

  • @dancemeasures7598
    @dancemeasures7598 3 роки тому

    You're my FAVORITE!! Thanks for all the info.

  • @JF-fx2qv
    @JF-fx2qv 4 роки тому

    Love these nuggets of information.

  • @kareemmohammed5270
    @kareemmohammed5270 4 роки тому +1

    great vid, helpful

  • @arjenchristianhelder1027
    @arjenchristianhelder1027 2 роки тому +3

    just awesome content that I cannot get from any doctor here, thanks Dr Berg! very well explained !

    • @GameChanger597
      @GameChanger597 Рік тому

      Pretty difficult to get advice from doctors when the entire medical community doesn't even recognize the disorder. Thank You Jesus for Dr. Berg u

  • @monaelisemuhammed4316
    @monaelisemuhammed4316 4 роки тому +1

    I have seen this video several times and i am enjoying. It's so interesting. Wonderful explanation! Thanks for sharing your knowledge doc. ♥️♥️♥️👍👍👍

  • @optimizewithscience8883
    @optimizewithscience8883 4 роки тому +49

    I have been reading studies showing that chronic fatigue is associated with chronic inflammation. Could this also be one reason (besides stress) for adrenal fatigue? Of course, stress and inflammation are also connected.

    • @celestialfortuna9453
      @celestialfortuna9453 4 роки тому +6

      hi i was diagnosed with adrenal failure by an alternative therapist in the 90s who had me regularly detoxing and doing elimination diets which i have continued to use all my life every 2 years i do a 2 month detox. i had a lot of stress at home and at work. some 20 years later diagnosed with CFS/ME and sleeping for up to 5 days at a time and gained a tonne of weight
      doing my best via alternative therapies and raft of consultants to bring my body back into healing. its difficult. and expensive! if there are any research papers and clinical findings on these conditions i would love to know about it. in the interim i am doing a lot of intermittent fasting and raw vegetable juicing, and 2 small protein meals a day. ive more or less managed to give up sugar dairy and wheat. embracing health. its an investment. i love Dr Berg. hes amazing

    • @AngeliqueBecerra
      @AngeliqueBecerra 4 роки тому +5

      I literally clicked on the video because I am exhausted and I think it's due to chronic inflammation. I am going through a lot of medical tests, the doctors aren't finding the cause of my all symptoms so far...
      I wish there would be trained diagnosis centers. This is frustrating.

    • @optimizewithscience8883
      @optimizewithscience8883 4 роки тому +2

      @@AngeliqueBecerra Do they check for markers of inflammation?
      Another idea would be to check for your Omega-3 to Omega-6 ratio as an alternative indicator.
      Also, I have videos on how to reduce inflammation (based on science). Might be worth a shot for you.

    • @AngeliqueBecerra
      @AngeliqueBecerra 4 роки тому

      @@optimizewithscience8883 thank you so much for your answer! I spend my evenings trying to find valid hypothesis to explore as it really is ruining my daily life.. I'd never heard of 'inflammation markers' before, so no. I'm seeing my doctor next week so I'll bring it up. Thank you! 🙏 I'm going to check those videos tonight for sure.

    • @optimizewithscience8883
      @optimizewithscience8883 4 роки тому +2

      @@AngeliqueBecerra The easiest lab test for inflammation is to check for the C-reactive protein. You want it as low as possible. Ideally not detectable. Theoretically everything below 5mg/L is considered "normal" but trust me, studies show that everything above 1mg/L isn't healthy...

  • @harpreetkaur8570
    @harpreetkaur8570 3 роки тому +1

    Million dollars video..
    Highly appreciated
    Thankyou
    Regards

  • @maleighjohnson7020
    @maleighjohnson7020 19 днів тому

    I have a functioning Adrenal Adenoma (not a pituitary tumor, but a small benign tumor (nodule…mass) on my right Adrenal Gland is why I’m watching this.

  • @maitrayeedas2902
    @maitrayeedas2902 4 роки тому +1

    Thank u Dr Berg for this video. This one is exclusively for me. 🙂

  • @defyanse
    @defyanse Рік тому +2

    For some reason I lost 45 of my 170lbs. I ended up in hospital with what was diagnosed as hyperaldostronism and by default hypertensive crisis. Once my potassium levels were restored, I was discharged with the standard cocktail of blood pressure meds. At no point has any attempt been made to even try to address adrenal fatigue. The doctors look at me like I'm a flat earther when I ask about fixing my adrenals. The only fix so far has been increasing BP meds and regular EKG's. I know better than to accept any of this.

  • @heyokaempath5802
    @heyokaempath5802 2 роки тому

    Dr. Berg, you're my hero.

  • @ProfessionalWidow291
    @ProfessionalWidow291 4 роки тому +5

    I had a right adrenal adenoma that caused Conns and Cushing's syndrome. I had a right adrenalectomy in 2018. It looks like the Cushing's has returned and the remaining adrenal will be removed. I will need to take replacement hydrocortisone but it is better than dealing with uncontrollable and autonomous cortisol and aldosterone secretion. Dr. Bergs advice is still very useful for my situation. I will be going back to a ketogenic diet once the Cushing's is resolved.

  • @fabiorogerioventura
    @fabiorogerioventura 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you so so much dr Eric !!! Maybe your Best video ever 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @isabellepiat912
    @isabellepiat912 4 роки тому

    Thanks Michal Palms for your in depth explanation, I found it very helpful. I'm just going to have to kick the habit ! I started today with IF as Dr. Berg recommended. Thanks again ! Cheers

  • @MsAngelsea
    @MsAngelsea 4 роки тому +1

    Thankyou so much for this information Dr Berg I really needed do here this❤

  • @tsachinovique4233
    @tsachinovique4233 Рік тому +4

    Sometimes you think you’ve heard everything and you play it a second time and go WOW 🤯 what’s “glucogenesis” ? Wondering more details on that……💯👍🏼

  • @universeusa
    @universeusa 4 роки тому +2

    Doc, this is a 1 million dollar 💵 video! 👍👏👌🙏

  • @mariau.k.235
    @mariau.k.235 4 роки тому +5

    Dr Berg, firstly thank you so much for all your videos. I’m following keto lifestyle and IF for 2 months now. I’ve had a very stressful life with close family deaths, illnesses and family/everyday issues, let’s face it, who hasn’t. I’m now 53 and premenopausal. I’ve lost over a stone and adapting well to keto. My only serious issue atm is that for the past 6 years I’ve suffered from hot and cold flushes (flashes). I get them all day (which I try to manage) and every 1-2 hrs during the night so sleep is impossible. I’ve been on HRTs for 1 1/2 years, gained weight and was extremely anxious. Tried all the supplement, none work. If I could fix this then I would get quality sleep and be able to mend my adrenal gland and other health issues. Please can you help me and all the women who suffer with this serious problem. Otherwise i can’t see how I can get passed this. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @toby20102
    @toby20102 2 роки тому +1

    Exacto esto es lo que yo vivi y lo que veo en muchas de mis clientas, que no consiguen bajar de peso. Gracias Dr. Berg

  • @sandracora7788
    @sandracora7788 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for this video! I'm under so much stress and needed this!

  • @cognoscenticycles4351
    @cognoscenticycles4351 4 роки тому

    Great information as always!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  3 роки тому

      @Cognoscenti Cycles
      Hey, thanks =)

  • @isabellepiat912
    @isabellepiat912 4 роки тому

    Celia Castellanos this is my second attempt at strict Keto. I'm still trying to get my head around all the info, but thanks for your feedback, every bit help. Thank you !

  • @jhardy9073
    @jhardy9073 4 роки тому +1

    Love it when you get out Netter's

  • @keep_the_charge
    @keep_the_charge 4 роки тому +5

    Dr. thank you again.

  • @chrisoulalakkas7935
    @chrisoulalakkas7935 4 роки тому

    Don't let what people have to say get you down, what you think is all that matters.

  • @klaytongreer35
    @klaytongreer35 2 роки тому

    So, time is the ingredient I'm missing. I need a little more exercise too, but for my condition, I'm doing well. Baby steps. You're so informative.

  • @snackpack113
    @snackpack113 4 роки тому

    Your sense of humor is funny. This started for me around ten years ago with the change. I had my hormones tested & my stress hormone was off the chart. I started research in October ca s for ten years my doctors suggestions did not do any good. I finally found out about Keto in November & started Keto @ the end of December. Almost two months into the healthy keto lifestyle, I am starting to feel better. I have lost some weight, the inflammation has improved tremendously & the doggies is gone, but I am still tired. I find this way of eating easy & so much better! Thanks Dr. Berg! After ordering your book & watching your videos, I'm on my way!😁

  • @MaggieObernier
    @MaggieObernier 2 роки тому +1

    My Dr believes in adrenal fatigue & I have ALL the symptoms. Negative Cushings test. Thank you for this information, it helps understand & hopefully self treat!

    • @amalel-otmani7260
      @amalel-otmani7260 2 роки тому

      did you get better? how we can get red of those symptoms ?

  • @ohmylordforgivemeandmypare232
    @ohmylordforgivemeandmypare232 4 роки тому +16

    As usually amazed us with your information Dr.Berg 👍👍🌹💙

    • @BarbarellaAlpha
      @BarbarellaAlpha 4 роки тому +1

      Yeah and I am shocked that most doctors out there dont know this or just dont care. When Dr Berg breaks it down so simply and easy one has to wonder why the doctors out there dont understand it and dont test and treat us for it.
      I told my doctor back in 2014 to help me with this issue and he just pushed antidepressants at me. smh

    • @GameChanger597
      @GameChanger597 Рік тому

      @@BarbarellaAlpha mine got arrogant and said that wasn't the issue. How someone so intelligent can be so dumb, I'll never know

  • @veronicacalloway2795
    @veronicacalloway2795 2 роки тому

    Thanks Dr. Berg fir this information! I can now begin to do something about this! I have gone to doctors and all they would say is push back from table walk. I did all but nothing really helped! Thanks I now feel I can finally see results that can stick!

  • @teravega
    @teravega 4 роки тому +1

    I would love if you make a video on your thoughts on earthing/grounding

  • @dema493
    @dema493 4 роки тому +1

    Hello Dr. Berg, I want to say thank for all that you do in informing us subscriber's on your YT channel, It is all very valuable information and I truly appreciate your knowledge and all that you have done. Can you kindly do a video on Women that have had the DaVinici robotic Hysterectomy after a 2 year period, and the weight gain and other issues that are associated with it? There are so many women such as myself that have this issue. In addition, to other problems associated after having this procedure such as pain, cramping etc. after 2 years of having it done. I understand that it takes about a year to really get better sometimes that is not always the case for some.

  • @fukushimaisrevelation2817
    @fukushimaisrevelation2817 4 роки тому +9

    I think in general weight gain = allergic reaction to the things consumed, an intermittent fasting helps metabolize the allergens faster otherwise one modern meals worth of allergens potentially hundreds even thousands of different allergens in one modern meal, some of which seem to take upto 6 months to metabolize, while the allergens cause weight gain among numerous other symptoms. A century ago folks ate a few dozen organic things sourced locally, thus it was much easier for them to identify what they were specifically allergic to an avoid consuming those triggers, today folks consume thousands of different food additives/processes regularly, an the body metabolizes them at different rates, an the plants/animals may or maynot contain other chemicals/medicines/herbicides/fungicides/pesticides/experimental gmos/etc which different folks maybe allergic to in different quantities as well, one crop/animal they eat from might not contain allergens, while another of the same type of crop/animal might contain allergens, thus with moderns societies world wide food chain composed of thousands of different variables sourced dynamically from around the world, with no accountability, how can folks not be allergic to some of the thousands of things they are consuming, which causes weight gain bloating sustained swelling overtime, caffeine is one of thousands of chemicals for example which contributes to anxiety which contributes to stress, stress which further compounds the issue. Intermittent fasting does seem to help me dramatically both by purging the allergens, an giving the digestive system a break a chance to rest an heal, once the body has purged the allergens after 4-6 months depending on how often I fast, I can then eat as much as I like of simple organic things that I am not allergic to without weight gain, but as soon as I try to eat the processed foods with their chemical soup of thousands of potential allergens bloating seems inevitable, but as you indicated intermittent fasting does seem to help make me more resistant. Thanks for helping me begin to understand these things an the great importance of fasting as well.

  • @peilinchiu2297
    @peilinchiu2297 4 роки тому +9

    Hi Dr Berg, this video makes perfect sense for people who suffer from earlier stages of adrenal fatigue with high cortisol. What about those with later stages where the adrenals are burned out and can't produce enough cortisol at night such as me? For a good 2-3 months, I tried to eat keto but was never able to get into ketosis (on the test strip) as I could never sleep through the night without the symptoms of hypoglycemia (despite the glucose number was within normal range), which made my body even more stressed, and the blood sugar number, along with my belly, gradually trended up. Finally I decided to add a little brown rice of quinoa back to dinner, then I was able to sleep through the night and the blood sugar, along with my belly, gradually came down to the previous normal stage. In a sense, the keto diet brought me more stress. Could you make a video explaining this? Love all your videos!

    • @vickylicea9896
      @vickylicea9896 Рік тому +2

      Hey there…Im reading through the comments and found your story..I know its been two years, but how’s it going now? Did you continue to see better results by adding some carbs with your last meal of the day? So many similarities with your story.

    • @GameChanger597
      @GameChanger597 Рік тому

      Wow! So glad you figured it out!

    • @user-fz4ob9ey1q
      @user-fz4ob9ey1q Рік тому +2

      This is the same for me, keto made me worse

  • @zofiahejaz
    @zofiahejaz 2 роки тому +7

    this dr is a genius...... his explanations are so detailed and clear and at the same time straight to the point...... its amazing how he summarises complex and lenghty info into short concise explanations that anyone can understand. Simply amazing ♥️

  • @1977suhair
    @1977suhair 4 роки тому +10

    Thank you very much doctor, now I know why I have vitamin D deficiency.

  • @nancyahmed891
    @nancyahmed891 4 роки тому +2

    Dr. Berg, I was confused with the tumor situation 🙃

  • @johnmcmann990
    @johnmcmann990 4 роки тому +1

    It absolutely will

  • @melindalancaster9648
    @melindalancaster9648 4 роки тому

    Thx Dr. Berg & 🙂❤day 2 u & the Mrs...enjoy

  • @amandaw3212
    @amandaw3212 4 роки тому +1

    Dr Berg you help me so much. I LOVE your videos. You are my ‘go to’ person for dietary advice in relation to health.
    Why do GP’s NEVER (in my experience) talk about foods?
    Nobody talks about menopause; yesterday it took me 20 minutes to understand it fully after watching a couple of your videos.
    Big fan in the UK!

  • @user-cl3gz9ey1w
    @user-cl3gz9ey1w 4 роки тому +1

    You are killing the kale

  • @l.ferrer7923
    @l.ferrer7923 4 роки тому +2

    🎵 “We-e are Netter, Netter, Netter... getting back together!” 🎶 😂
    Dr. Frank Netter is an amazing medical textbook author/illustrator indeed, Dr. Berg.

  • @patriciat4277
    @patriciat4277 4 роки тому

    Dr. Berg will you share with us the I.U. Needed for the remaining vitamins listed on the white board. thanks

  • @ornerydyke
    @ornerydyke 4 роки тому +3

    I had a dog with Cushings disease. The vet said it was from a tumor in her brain, I think she said on the pineal gland, that signaled the adrenals to over produce cortisol. She had been a very nervous dog her whole life

    • @DebbiSrp
      @DebbiSrp 2 роки тому

      It’s the pituitary gland.

  • @JamieCamile495
    @JamieCamile495 4 роки тому +5

    I lost weight. My adrenal fatigue was in the 3rd stage and for a year now I have been trying to recover from a AF crash. Practically bedridden for two months. Panic attacks, anxiety, depression, insomnia, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, extremely thirsty and frequent urination. Lost 15 lbs in two weeks. I lost muscle and fat.
    Insomnia and anxiety are still a major problem. Also post menopause.
    My diet is great so I can’t figure out how to knock out those last two problems.

    • @JW-qz4jl
      @JW-qz4jl Рік тому

      How are you now?

    • @JamieCamile495
      @JamieCamile495 Рік тому +2

      @@JW-qz4jl Thanks for asking. Well it’s been a long haul but I feel great except I have regained all the weight. I didn’t want that to happen. I’m a petite woman so an extra 15-20 lbs puts a strain on my frame. But as far as my anxiety it has improved at least 90%. I’m also sleeping better.
      My mom has passed away and I believe dealing with here ailments and care taking was contributing to my stress.

    • @kattypatties
      @kattypatties 9 місяців тому

      late but hope you are doing well now. stay the course with diet (have you tried keto?) and exercise and you've got this!

  • @DebbiePeet
    @DebbiePeet 4 роки тому +5

    Thank you Dr. Berg Great Video as ALWAYS🌟 I wish I could sleep longer, but the clock in my body only let's me sleep 4 to 5 hours. Ugh God Bless You and Your Family Dr. Berg FOREVER AMEN🙇‍♀️✝️🙏

    • @masterkey6596
      @masterkey6596 4 роки тому +1

      Try l-tryptophan, prob saw this on a dr Berg video

    • @DebbiePeet
      @DebbiePeet 4 роки тому

      @@masterkey6596 Thank you I'll read up on it! God Bless 🙏

    • @DebbiePeet
      @DebbiePeet 4 роки тому

      @Patz13 OMG why you take so much stuff? Do you maybe need to be checked for sleep apnea?

  • @luvyou-baby
    @luvyou-baby 4 роки тому

    Pleas do a video on: Adrenal fatigue with low DHEA and very thin body/ unable to gain.
    Also Chemical sensitivity

  • @rafilover7788
    @rafilover7788 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you Dr berg.!! Great ,great info.❣. Ooh my fatiguenes I feel most of the time....will increase my vitamin D and c I think.

  • @WisamAdnanIraq
    @WisamAdnanIraq 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks Dr Berg ,
    Please we need video about smoking effect on keto and IR ,
    And what is best way to quit smoking

    • @drakiana8717
      @drakiana8717 4 роки тому +2

      I went to vaping to quit smoking, it was the easiest way that I tried. All the lung infections were/are from CDB oils, (oils should give that away, as oils don’t belong in the lungs). Check it out. I smoked for over twenty years, did pills, patch, and cold turkey. Then went to vape, only a year then off. Up to you really. Just a suggestion, have a great day.

  • @ritalafleur3079
    @ritalafleur3079 4 роки тому

    Hi Dr. B, just curious from your past videos, I'm curious for current or newer information what your thoughts are on MSM for healing/antinflammatory/oxygen promoting for everything including autism?

  • @celiacastellanos4040
    @celiacastellanos4040 4 роки тому +7

    😔 I can relate to several of the mentioned symptoms: fatigue, buffalo hump thin skin, decreased libido (painful). I started keto on June 2019 and have lost 32lbs .. am currently at 143lb for the past 5 months have not been able to lose anymore weight even if I do IF and one meal a day.

    • @oemadam
      @oemadam 4 роки тому +1

      But not so tired anymore and the libido better now? Perhaps ur weight s ok now no need to get more of

    • @isabellepiat912
      @isabellepiat912 4 роки тому +1

      Celia Castellanos what did you do to loose the weight ? I have the same issues.

    • @isabellepiat912
      @isabellepiat912 4 роки тому +1

      Was it low carbs Keto ? Gluten free, lactose free ?

    • @celiacastellanos4040
      @celiacastellanos4040 4 роки тому

      @@oemadam yeah that's what my sister tells me. 🤷🏻‍♀️

    • @celiacastellanos4040
      @celiacastellanos4040 4 роки тому +1

      @@isabellepiat912 I started doing only keto strictly

  • @2901nc
    @2901nc 4 роки тому +5

    I do not usually speak of specific products but tried Dr Berg's 2 adrenal products (day and night) for the past week. Too soon to tell if it will help weight but my general well being is better: calmer, clearer mind, better able to deal stress. Also gave it to a family member who has been taking both for about 1 month (very high stress job)-I can tell a difference in her reactions, helped them eat better.

    • @YeshuaKingMessiah
      @YeshuaKingMessiah 4 роки тому

      I took his original formula and it was helpful, then my body adapted. My body always adapts and overcomes whatever works. I get no more than 6 wks of relief no matter what I use.
      It is the suckiest thing on earth 😢

  • @tammygreen8962
    @tammygreen8962 4 роки тому

    Thanks 😊💯

  • @heyokaempath5802
    @heyokaempath5802 2 роки тому +4

    Hey! I got a belly and a flat cracker bum! My arms and legs are normal, but dang, the face, neck and torso are fat. I can't wear necklaces because of my tree trunk neck. Dr just ordered test for Cushings. I have had this problem since I was a young adult and I'm 53.

    • @nehakashyap6987
      @nehakashyap6987 3 місяці тому

      Have you figured out ?? How are you going now please share something 😊😊

  • @katerij8549
    @katerij8549 2 роки тому +2

    Well this explains everything! I've been experiencing all of this plus excess thick hair on my face, neck and chest. Along with lots of acne around the bottom of my face, neck and chest. Now to fix all this! I refuse to live with this.

  • @farahelhelou6344
    @farahelhelou6344 4 роки тому

    For me, adrenal fatigue cause weight loss, I am very slim, no way to take weight. Thanks for the video, very interesting.

  • @daisyyymellow2655
    @daisyyymellow2655 4 роки тому +2

    Dr. Berg, can you teach us how to treat & control excessive sweat?

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  3 роки тому +1

      @Daisyyy mellow
      Hello there! This video is for you. Check it out
      Best Remedy for Excess Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)
      ---> ua-cam.com/video/3Thtf50La8o/v-deo.html

    • @daisyyymellow2655
      @daisyyymellow2655 3 роки тому

      @@Drberg Thank you Dr!!

  • @gutchiespencer2714
    @gutchiespencer2714 4 роки тому +4

    This is a complicated topic for me. I have to watch this video again. I suspect that I have high Cortisol because my circadian rhythm has abandoned me a loong time ago. I have the symptoms, but how do I heal if I can’t sleep, “other than that I’m OK.”

  • @celebratejen95
    @celebratejen95 4 роки тому +12

    Dr Berg, please do a video about methionine & its effect on Epstein Barr virus and MS

  • @user-rj7ti1tt2c
    @user-rj7ti1tt2c 3 місяці тому

    Thank you Dr Berg 🙏 I have Cushing's synfrome and I am overweight. Would you recommend OMAD along with keto for this?

  • @Khizer123
    @Khizer123 4 роки тому +3

    Please doc Berg explain is there side effects of copper iud especially bloating and weightgain,acne, if yes how can we cure it

  • @mohamaddukmak4429
    @mohamaddukmak4429 4 роки тому +3

    dr Berg would you please address the hype around Dr.gundry and his take on lectins

  • @ThepurrrBlog
    @ThepurrrBlog 2 місяці тому

    Thank you

  • @jsnjyn
    @jsnjyn 4 роки тому

    GTD can help a lot with stress! ;)

  • @spider-man6947
    @spider-man6947 4 роки тому

    Another Great Video Dr. Berg.
    #Spidey 🕷🕸

  • @chrislee7877
    @chrislee7877 Рік тому

    Thank you 🙏🏽

  • @naimab6714
    @naimab6714 4 роки тому

    Please do video about high cortisol hormones not diet related

  • @RaviShankar-um8zw
    @RaviShankar-um8zw 4 роки тому

    Sir, with intermittent fasting I feel a little headache even I keep myself hydrated.
    Do make a video on how to tackle fall out of intermittent fasting.

  • @leannesams3410
    @leannesams3410 Рік тому +1

    My stress is my job...not the place or people I work at or with...but the actual work condition... I'm a chef in an outside open air cafe, in an open air cafe at an animal sanctuary and botanical garden, in the S Florida humidity and heat. No AC and it can reach 125+ degrees when the equipment is cranking. Then add to that the heat index...It's hard on my actual body...I go home and my insides feel hot, my brain feels hot..I'm literally soaking wet, my feet and legs so sore and I'm exhausted. Which stresses me out because on my days off, the thought of going outside makes me cringe...so I stress..sounds silly when others are dealing with more serious things...

  • @teach1171
    @teach1171 4 роки тому +4

    Will your adrenal supplement help if I have this? I have most of the symptoms except for high blood pressure.

  • @barbaradziduszko7867
    @barbaradziduszko7867 4 роки тому

    @Dr. Eric Berg DC
    Hi, can you please tell me if it’s possible to have adrenal fatigue and still be very slim, even skinny as an ill person? My partner has a very stressful job, with irregular working hours, even nights. He has very thin skin and is super skinny (194 cm and 73kg ~160 lbs.) and can’t gain weight or muscle with any diet or exercise. Also he falls asleep after meal, sometimes even during it. He craves carbs like muesli, bread, chocolate, etc. We tried keto and low carb diet to balance insulin but nothing changes. He looks like he is in a permanent catabolic state. I don’t know where to look for the answers, is adrenal fatigue an answer for his awful condition? What blood tests should we do?
    We live in Europe and doctors don’t treat patients holistically. Because of your channel I discovered my insulin and thyroid problems, started keto and intermittent fasting and lost 15lbs which was impossible before. Thank you so much for all your work!

  • @gliters007
    @gliters007 4 роки тому

    Doctor berg can you please make some videos on pregnancy and fasting. Pregnancy and keto if it’s possible or is it dangerous?

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  3 роки тому

      @gliters007
      Hello! That's a good question. Perhaps this video may answer that for you.
      Should a Woman Who is Pregnant or Breastfeeding do Intermittent Fasting?
      ---> ua-cam.com/video/AatvLqKEH7U/v-deo.html

  • @nafi
    @nafi 4 роки тому +26

    me: I have XYZ problem
    dr berg: you are eating carb !!!

    • @debtwiss
      @debtwiss 4 роки тому +5

      But it’s true. 😂

    • @masterkey6596
      @masterkey6596 4 роки тому +1

      @@debtwiss so true

    • @borealiswan2363
      @borealiswan2363 4 роки тому +2

      And the solution, keto diet and IF, to all XYZ

    • @1bsbsbsbs
      @1bsbsbsbs 4 роки тому +2

      Yes, IT IS that simple...IF you can break the carb addiction.

    • @borealiswan2363
      @borealiswan2363 4 роки тому

      Yes @@1bsbsbsbs, and good luck with that ... ;-((

  • @heranoor7380
    @heranoor7380 3 роки тому +1

    Hello dr ... How to fix adrenal fatigue if you under cortisol treatment pills? And how to control the side effect of cortisol pills?

  • @EvilRaijin29
    @EvilRaijin29 4 роки тому

    Dr Berg would you recommend a 10 week Testosteron Cycle

  • @silviageorge7600
    @silviageorge7600 3 місяці тому

    My adrenal fatigue triggered weight loss in my case.
    My entire system is upside down..
    " Other than that ,everything is fine..😊 "
    Thank you very much ,Dr. Berg !❤

  • @MsStephanieJane31
    @MsStephanieJane31 Місяць тому

    Thank you ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Місяць тому

      Most welcome!

  • @Annabbelle147
    @Annabbelle147 4 роки тому +1

    I have all of those symptoms 😭😭

  • @jessicaking7968
    @jessicaking7968 2 роки тому +1

    Does ashwaganda stop working after taking it for a while ? After watching your videos I started using it and it worked so well. Now I’m back to being easily irritated and other things ? I do keto and if and take your supplements

  • @sabrinar.kelley3349
    @sabrinar.kelley3349 Рік тому +5

    Dr. Berg, I was diagnosed with Cushing's in 1987. I have had three surgeries, pituitary removed, radiation to the pituitary region and have been on hydrocortisone for over 30 years. I was put on HRT then removed from it in my 30s. I have great difficulty processing fats/protein. I have tried KETO and have been unsuccessful. I take your gallbladder formula, your electrolight formula and nothing seems to work. I was 18 when I was diagnosed. I am 55 now, and endocrinologists are not helping. What should I do?

    • @josebibian454
      @josebibian454 9 місяців тому

      Try getting a second opinion from a different doctor

    • @kelsigrace9945
      @kelsigrace9945 Місяць тому

      Did you get any help ?

    • @sabrinar.kelley3349
      @sabrinar.kelley3349 Місяць тому

      @@kelsigrace9945 no. Tried a diff doc, all types of suppliments and recommendations.

  • @deepikavijakumar9553
    @deepikavijakumar9553 4 роки тому +4

    Dr berg, I need a video on low cortisol!. And how do I increase my cortisol levels. Also ACTH is high! But still doctors don't confirm it as Addison's. Then what do I have?.

    • @beatrizaceiton2685
      @beatrizaceiton2685 4 роки тому

      What his video o lower cortisone but do the contrary so it will increase your levels.

    • @sonarsphere
      @sonarsphere 4 роки тому

      Do prolonged fasting and reduce carbs to a min. This should increase cortisol. Add coffee to it as well.