Adrenal Fatigue:

Is Stress Draining Your Energy?

Feeling Exhausted, Burned Out, and “Wired but Tired”? Your Adrenals May Be to Blame

If you’re waking up already tired, dragging through the afternoon, and feeling too wired to fall asleep at night, it may not be “just stress.” These could be signs that your adrenal glands are struggling to keep up.

At O'Keefe Matz Functional Health Clinic, we specialize in getting to the root of unexplained fatigue—and adrenal dysfunction is one of the most common (and most overlooked) causes we see.

What Is Adrenal Fatigue?

Adrenal fatigue is a term used to describe a dysregulated stress response—when your adrenal glands can no longer keep up with the chronic demands of stress. These small glands sit on top of your kidneys and produce hormones like cortisol, DHEA, and adrenaline, which help you respond to stress, regulate energy, and maintain balance in your body.

Over time, chronic stress (emotional, physical, or environmental) can throw this system out of balance—leading to a cascade of symptoms that affect everything from your energy to your mood, sleep, and hormones.

Common Symptoms of Adrenal Dysfunction

  • Constant fatigue or burnout

  • Trouble waking in the morning, even after sleep

  • Afternoon crashes or reliance on caffeine

  • Feeling “tired but wired” at night

  • Poor sleep quality or insomnia

  • Cravings for salty or sugary foods

  • Dizziness when standing

  • Low blood pressure

  • Brain fog or irritability

  • Weakened immunity (getting sick often)

  • Hormonal imbalance (especially during perimenopause)

If you see yourself in this list, it’s worth digging deeper. Your symptoms are real—and they’re telling a story.

Why Most Traditional Tests Miss It

In conventional medicine, adrenal dysfunction often goes unrecognized unless it’s extreme (like Addison’s disease). Standard tests usually check only cortisol levels in the morning—but adrenal patterns fluctuate throughout the day.

At our clinic, we use comprehensive adrenal and hormone testing, including:

  • 4-point salivary or urinary cortisol panels

  • DHEA and cortisol rhythm testing

  • Functional blood chemistry to assess nutrient reserves, inflammation, thyroid, and blood sugar balance

This gives us a clear picture of how your stress response system is performing—and what your body needs to recover.

Our Functional Approach to Adrenal Fatigue

At O'Keefe Matz Functional Health Clinic, we don't just hand you a pill and send you on your way. We take a personalized, whole-body approach that supports your recovery from the inside out.

Your plan may include:

  • Nutritional support for adrenal health

  • Herbal adaptogens and targeted supplementation

  • Blood sugar and hormone balancing

  • Sleep and circadian rhythm support

  • Nervous system regulation

  • Acupuncture or Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) to calm stress pathways

  • Stress reduction tools that are realistic and doable in your daily life

We help you rebuild energy gradually and sustainably—without relying on caffeine, sugar, or willpower.

What It’s Like to Work With Us

Our clinic environment is calm, quiet, and welcoming. Patients often say they feel better just walking through the door. We take the time to get to know you, listen to your story, and help you feel seen and supported—not rushed or dismissed.

You're Not Lazy. You're Just Tired—And There’s a Reason

Adrenal dysfunction is real. And with the right care, your energy can return, your sleep can improve, and you can feel like yourself again.

If you’re ready to stop running on empty, let’s uncover what your body is trying to tell you—and help you restore true vitality.

Ready to Start Feeling Better?

O'Keefe Matz Functional Health Clinic
1053 Ashland Avenue, Saint Paul, Minnesota
📞 Call: 651-292-8072
🌐 Visit: www.improveurhealth.com