You’re exhausted—but your mind won’t shut off. Sound familiar? In this episode, we dive into the frustrating experience of feeling “tired but wired”—and how it might be more than just burnout.

We unpack the science behind this sensation, looking closely at adrenal fatigue, cortisol imbalances, and dysfunction in the HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal) axis. You’ll learn how chronic stress and disrupted sleep patterns may be silently sabotaging your energy—and how this state of overstimulation often overlaps with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and hypothyroidism.

We discuss:

• What "tired but wired" really means and why it happens

• How cortisol rhythms affect thyroid health and hormone balance

• Whether adrenal fatigue is real—and what the research says

• Practical tips to calm your nervous system and reclaim energy

If you're caught in a cycle of exhaustion and overstimulation, this episode is your guide to understanding what’s happening inside your body—and how to start feeling better.

LEARN MORE

You can learn more about the topic from Paloma: 

Adrenal Fatigue

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/adrenal-fatigue 

Hypothyroidism and Fatigue

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/hypothyroidism-and-fatigue 

The HPA Axis and Your Thyroid

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/hpa-axis-hashimotos-hypothyroidism 

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