Aldosterone

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Ok, some preliminary notes:

" Aldosterone is a hormone that causes the tubules of the kidneys to

retain sodium and water. This increases the volume of fluid in the

body, and drives blood pressure up. "

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aldosterone

which goes on to cite:

* " by increased plasma angiotensin II, ACTH, or potassium levels, "

* " by plasma acidosis. "

Plasma acidosis -- is an interesting one, because pH and CFIDS has

been discussed for a long time. I remember some breathing techniques

were recommened to induce a change of pH. One recommendation is Apple

cider vinegar (1 tspn) can be taken 1/2 hour before meals to activate

digestive acid.

" DHEA replacement in 's disease is controversial--with some

studies finding positive effects such as lessened fatigue and

improved mood; and other studies finding no effects. "

" Individuals who have a condition known as 's disease or

primary adrenocortical insufficiency do not produce enough of the

adrenal steroids--including DHEA "

http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/HerbsWho/0,3923,551934%

7CDHEA,00.html

" (DHEA) in adrenal failure have shown inconsistent benefit "

PMID: 18363515 (2008)

" Our study confirms that DHEA may be beneficial for female patients

with hypoadrenalism, mainly in restoring androgen levels. " PMID:

15636426

* Licorice (Glycyrrhiza) or GA

Primary hyperaldosteronism] (too much)

" The first step is to eliminate the absorption of liquorice,

alkaline compounds or diuretics. " PMID: 11767370

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" These results provide direct clinical support for the hypothesis

that GA induces an inhibition of the activity of 11 beta-

dehydrogenase, resulting in a blockade in the conversion of cortisol

to cortisone. " PMID: 2161425

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