HPA Axis Quiz

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Do you wake up unrefreshed even after 8 hours of sleep?

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  • A.
    No, I jump out of bed ready to take on the day
  • B.
    I hit the snooze button many times, have to force myself to get up from bed
• 2.
  Are you tired all day especially in the afternoon but feel "wired" in the evening

  • A.
    Big yes - I am so tired, I could take a nap in the afternoon but in the evening I get a second wind of energy; often find it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep
  • B.
    Not at all, I have good energy all day and feel tired in the evening
• 3.
  Do you absolutely need coffee daily

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  • A.
    I run on coffee. I need one or more cups of coffee or some other caffeinated beverage (tea, soda, energy drinks ...) to get through the day
  • B.
    I don't need any caffeine to keep me energized
• 4.
  Have you noticed signs of memory problems or brain fog?

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    I have trouble recalling names, recently learned information, get confused easily, find it a challenge to stay focused on tasks, space out at times...
  • B.
    My brain is sharp as ever with great memory
• 5.
  Do you have a sweet tooth?

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  • A.
    I often crave sugary foods - pastries, candies yum....
  • B.
    I don't care much for sugary foods
• 6.
  Do you experience frequent headache, muscle aches or back pain?

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    I often have headache, back pain or shoulder pain
  • B.
    I don't have any physical complaints
• 7.
   Have you had frequent colds recently?

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  • A.
    I catch cold easily and take a long time to recover
  • B.
    No more than usual
• 8.
  Do you get stressed and irritable easily?

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  • A.
    I get irritable and annoyed over the smallest things
  • B.
    My emotions are stable and balanced- friends have nicknamed me "zen"
• 9.
  Have you recently gained weight?

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  • A.
    I keep gaining weight especially in the midsection even though my diet remains the same.
  • B.
    I have no concern over my weight.
• 10.
  Do you have non specific digestive issues?

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    I have developed gut issues such as excess gas/bloating, heartburn or indigestion
  • B.
    I have an "iron" stomach; no digestive issues here
• 11.
  Do you experience dizziness?

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    I feel dizzy when I suddenly stand up from a sitting position or sit up from lying down
  • B.
    Never
• 12.
  Do you have unexplained hair loss?

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  • A.
    I have noticed increased hair loss of late or my hair has become thin recently
  • B.
    No hair issues
• 13.
  Do you have increased PMS symptoms: low mood, excess irritability, fatigue, sugar cravings or low sex drive

  • A.
    My PMS symptoms are so bad, that even my family can tell when I am close to my periods and sex is the last thing on my mind
  • B.
    I have no PMS symptoms; have a healthy sex drive

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Your HPA axis is working optimally!

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  It looks like your HPA axis is well balanced and working optimally.But that does not mean you have completely dodged a bullet. If you feel overwhelmed with responsibilities and worries, it can still take a toll on your health. And even a smooth running HPA axis is susceptible to the effects of stress. So before you let the overwhelm take control of your life, you can take simple measures to reduce the impact of stress and rebalance your HPA axis. I will outline these simple, time tested strategies on “ how to increase your energy, manage your stress better and overall improve your health” that you can easily incorporate in your daily life. You may even wonder why it matters to employ these strategies. As humans, we are always motivated to act when we understand the "why"- the need for an action. And to understand the need for rebalancing HPA axis, you have to first know what HPA dysfunction really means. After all you can’t solve a problem that you don’t understand.What is HPA Axis dysfunctionHow your body responds to stress is a complex mechanism that involves communication between the nervous system and endocrine system.The whole HPA axis (also called Hypothalamus - Pituitary - Adrenal axis) is involved in preparing your body to respond immediately to stress.Take for example you are hiking in the woods and you come across a bear, you will naturally experience fear. Your HPA axis will gear up to get you ready to act. Your hypothalamus will send hormone signals to the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland in turn sends signals to the adrenal glands to produce stress hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline and noradrenaline. These hormones and neurotransmitters are responsible for helping you adapt to stress better.In addition to stress response, the HPA axis is also responsible for regulating various important functions in the body. And when there is disruption in HPA axis communication, it leads to a host of health issues such as anxiety, low mood, gastrointestinal issues, poor immune health and hormone imbalance.Over the next few weeks, I'll share with you my insights on hacking your HPA axis along with D-I-Y strategies to support your HPA axis. You will discover that these strategies involve only small changes but they will have big impact on your health. Hey there! I'm Dr.Sharmilee Jayachandran, licensed Naturopathic Doctor, Women's wellness advocate and Natural health coach. My practice is in the Greater Boston area and I provide online consultations throughout the US.In my Naturopathic medicine practice, I have helped countless women find relief from their multiple health issues primarily driven by the effects of long term stress. And if you are here, you must be experiencing some of these health challenges too.It’s time to break this cycle and empower yourself through education and support so you can take control of your health and wellness. Over the next few weeks, I will provide a series of emails containing actionable information to rebalance your HPA axis. Be sure to lookout for my emails!“It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it “ – Lou HoltzP.S:If you want guidance on how to optimize your HPA axis and live your best life right away. Book a consultation with me I will not only assess your HPA axis related symptoms, but look at your overall health history, diet and lifestyle so we can find ways to better support your health needs and wellness goals.
• 2.
  You have mild HPA Axis dysfunction

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  It looks like your HPA axis could use some attention and support!Your HPA axis is working very hard to meet your needs. All this hard work can take a toll on your health. But you can stop this!HPA dysfunction can be rebalanced. And to do that, first you have to know what HPA dysfunction really means. After all you can’t solve a problem that you don’t understand. What is HPA Axis dysfunctionHow your body responds to stress is a complex mechanism that involves communication between the nervous system and endocrine system.The whole HPA axis (also called Hypothalamus - Pituitary - Adrenal axis) is involved in preparing your body to respond immediately to stress.Take for example you are hiking in the woods and you come across a bear, you will naturally experience fear. Your HPA axis will gear up to get you ready to act. Your hypothalamus will send hormone signals to the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland in turn sends signals to the adrenal glands to produce stress hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline and noradrenaline. These hormones and neurotransmitters are responsible for helping you adapt to stress better.In addition to stress response, the HPA axis is also responsible for regulating various important functions in the body. And when there is disruption in HPA axis communication, it leads to a host of health issues such as anxiety, low mood, gastrointestinal issues, poor immune health and hormone imbalance.Over the next few weeks, I'll share with you my insights on hacking your HPA axis along with D-I-Y strategies to support your HPA axis. You will discover that these strategies involve only small changes but they will have big impact on your health. Hey there! I'm Dr. Sharmilee Jayachandran, licensed Naturopathic Doctor, Women's wellness advocate and Natural health coach. My practice is in the Greater Boston area and I provide online consultations throughout the US.In my Naturopathic medicine practice, I have helped countless women find relief from their multiple health issues primarily driven by the effects of long term stress. And if you are here, you must be experiencing some of these health challenges too.IIt’s time to break this cycle and empower yourself through education and support so you can take control of your health and wellness. Over the next few weeks, I will provide a series of emails containing actionable information to rebalance your HPA axis. Be sure to lookout for my emails!“It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it “ – Lou HoltzP.S:If you want guidance on how to optimize your HPA axis and live your best life right away. Book a consultation with me I will not only assess your HPA axis related symptoms, but look at your overall health history, diet and lifestyle so we can find ways to better support your health needs and wellness goals.
• 3.
  You have moderate HPA axis dysfunction!

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  It looks like your HPA axis needs support!Your HPA axis is working very hard to meet your needs. All this hard work can take a toll on your health. "Low energy" is a big complaint at this time. But it is not all bad news!You can change this. HPA dysfunction can be rebalanced. And to do that, first you have to know what HPA dysfunction really means. After all you can’t solve a problem that you don’t understand. What is HPA Axis dysfunctionHow your body responds to stress is a complex mechanism that involves communication between the nervous system and endocrine system.The whole HPA axis (also called Hypothalamus - Pituitary - Adrenal axis) is involved in preparing your body to respond immediately to stress.Take for example you are hiking in the woods and you come across a bear, you will naturally experience fear. Your HPA axis will gear up to get you ready to act. Your hypothalamus will send hormone signals to the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland in turn sends signals to the adrenal glands to produce stress hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline and noradrenaline. These hormones and neurotransmitters are responsible for helping you adapt to stress better.In addition to stress response, the HPA axis is also responsible for regulating various important functions in the body. And when there is disruption in HPA axis communication, it leads to a host of health issues such as anxiety, low mood, gastrointestinal issues, poor immune health and hormone imbalance.Over the next few weeks, I'll share with you my insights on hacking your HPA axis along with D-I-Y strategies to support your HPA axis. You will discover that these strategies involve only small changes but they will have big impact on your health. Hey there! I'm Dr. Sharmilee Jayachandran, licensed Naturopathic Doctor, Women's wellness advocate and Natural health coach. My practice is in the Greater Boston area and I provide online consultations throughout the US.In my Naturopathic medicine practice, I have helped countless women find relief from their multiple health issues primarily driven by the effects of long term stress. And if you are here, you must be experiencing some of these health challenges too.It’s time to break this cycle and empower yourself through education and support so you can take control of your health and wellness. Over the next few weeks, I will provide a series of emails containing actionable information to rebalance your HPA axis. Be sure to lookout for my emails!“It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it “ – Lou HoltzP.S:If you want guidance on how to optimize your HPA axis and live your best life right away. Book a consultation with me I will not only assess your HPA axis related symptoms, but look at your overall health history, diet and lifestyle so we can find ways to better support your health needs and wellness goals.“It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it “ – Lou Holtz
• 4.
  You have high HPA axis dysfunction!

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  It looks like your HPA axis needs a lot of attention and support! Your HPA axis is working on over drive to meet your needs. All this hard work can take a toll on your health. And "fatigue" is often the biggest concern at this time. And dealing with your hormone related issues on top of this is no walk in the park. You can change this . HPA dysfunction can be rebalanced. And to do that, first you have to know what HPA dysfunction really means. After all you can’t solve a problem that you don’t understand. What is HPA Axis dysfunctionHow your body responds to stress is a complex mechanism that involves communication between the nervous system and endocrine system.The whole HPA axis (also called Hypothalamus - Pituitary - Adrenal axis) is involved in preparing your body to respond immediately to stress.Take for example you are hiking in the woods and you come across a bear, you will naturally experience fear. Your HPA axis will gear up to get you ready to act. Your hypothalamus will send hormone signals to the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland in turn sends signals to the adrenal glands to produce stress hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline and noradrenaline. These hormones and neurotransmitters are responsible for helping you adapt to stress better.In addition to stress response, the HPA axis is also responsible for regulating various important functions in the body. And when there is disruption in HPA axis communication, it leads to a host of health issues such as anxiety, low mood, gastrointestinal issues, poor immune health and hormone imbalance.Over the next few weeks, I'll share with you my insights on hacking your HPA axis along with D-I-Y strategies to support your HPA axis. This is a good place to start. You will discover that these strategies will help you to begin taking back control of your health. Hey there! I'm Dr. Sharmilee Jayachandran, licensed Naturopathic Doctor, Women's wellness advocate and Natural health coach. My practice is in the Greater Boston area and I provide online consultations throughout the US.In my Naturopathic medicine practice, I have helped countless women find relief from their multiple health issues primarily driven by the effects of long term stress. And if you are here, you must be experiencing some of these health challenges too.It’s time to break this cycle and empower yourself through education and support so you can take control of your health and wellness. Over the next few weeks, I will provide a series of emails containing actionable information to rebalance your HPA axis. Be sure to lookout for my emails!“It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it “ – Lou HoltzP.S:If you want guidance on how to optimize your HPA axis and live your best life right away. Book a consultation with me I will not only assess your HPA axis related symptoms, but look at your overall health history, diet and lifestyle so we can find ways to better support your health needs and wellness goals.