Cortisol Pattern Testing
4-point salivary cortisol reveals the full diurnal pattern — not just a single morning value.
Adrenal Health
Adrenal Fatigue & Cortisol Dysregulation in Denver
Chronic stress depletes adrenal reserve, dysregulates cortisol patterns, and drains DHEA — creating a cascade of fatigue, hormonal imbalance, and immune dysfunction that standard medicine often misses.
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- !Waking exhausted despite sleep
- !Energy crash in mid-afternoon
- !Craving salt and sugar
- !Inability to handle stress
- !Frequent illness
- !Brain fog
- !Low mood and motivation
- !Light-headedness on standing
What Causes This?
- •Prolonged psychological or physical stress
- •Sleep deprivation over months or years
- •Chronic illness or pain
- •Overtraining without recovery
- •Nutritional deficiencies (B5, B6, C, magnesium)
Treatment Approaches
DHEA Supplementation
Restores the DHEA depleted by chronic cortisol excess.
Adaptogen Protocol
Ashwagandha, rhodiola, and phosphatidylserine modulate cortisol and improve stress resilience.
Sleep & Recovery
Sleep is the primary adrenal recovery mechanism — treated as a medical priority.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does conventional medicine recognize adrenal fatigue?▾
The term is debated but cortisol dysregulation is measurable and treatable. Dr. Bruice focuses on what's clinically present, not diagnostic labels.
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