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Addison's disease, also called adrenal insufficiency or hypocortisolism, is a rare endocrine (hormonal) disorder that is characterized by weight loss, muscle weakness, fatigue, low blood pressure, and occasional darkening of the skin.Addison's disease is named after Dr. Thomas Addison, who first identified adrenal insufficiency in 1849. The disease occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormone cortisol and, in some cases, the hormone aldosterone.The adrenal glands, located just above each of the two kidneys, secrete cortisol, .... Read more

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DHEA for Addison's Disease
DHEA : DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is a hormone that is produced by the adrenal glands. Several studies suggest that DHEA may improve well-being, quality of life, exercise capacity, sex drive, and hormone ....

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Licorice for Addison's Disease
Licorice : Licorice is harvested from the root and dried rhizomes of the low-growing shrub Glycyrrhiza glabra. In theory, there may be some benefits of licorice for high potassium levels caused ....

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Ginseng for Addison's Disease
Ginseng : Ginseng has been traditionally used as an adrenal tonic, and in laboratory study has demonstrated adrenal stimulating effects. High quality clinical study is warranted to better understand ginseng's effect ....

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Astragalus for Addison's Disease
Astragalus : Preliminary research reports that Astragalus containing herbal formulas may protect adrenal function, however the effect of Astragalus on adrenal insufficiency is currently unknown. Additional research is needed in this ....

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