Feeling energized, upbeat, and alert? It likely means that you are high in catecholamines. If your catecholamines are running low, you will crash into a lethargic slump. You’ll be craving sweets and caffeine, feeling bored, unfocused, low on energy, and apathetic. So what are these catecholamines? “Cats” are hormones made by your adrenal glands – two small glands located above your kidneys. The main types of catecholamines are dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. Most of us have heard of adrenaline – the fight or flight chemical that helps us fight for our life in the face of danger – either real or perceived. All three are part of a defense mechanism designed to make you alert, sharp, and focused – mentally, physically, and emotionally – when needed.
