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Adrenal Reserve Optimization

Meaning

Adrenal Reserve Optimization is a clinical concept referring to the strategic management and enhancement of the adrenal glands’ capacity to produce and regulate corticosteroid hormones, particularly cortisol, in response to physiological and psychological stressors. The goal is to ensure the adrenals maintain sufficient functional reserve to support metabolic balance, immune function, and energy homeostasis without succumbing to chronic fatigue or dysregulation. It represents a proactive approach to endocrine resilience, moving beyond simple adrenal fatigue diagnoses to encompass a broader spectrum of hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis health.