Wednesday, July 24, 2013

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

1. Pineal Gland 
Named for its pine-cone shape, the pineal gland is tucked between the two hemispheres of the brain. It's still a bit of a mystery, though we know it produces the sleep hormone, melatonin. 

2. Pituitary Gland 
Known as the master gland, this pea-size organ releases hormones that stimulate the other glands to, in turn, release their hormones. 

3. Thyroid Gland 
Think of this gland as the thermostat for your metabolism: It can increase or decrease the rate of calorie burn by releasing more or less thyroid hormone. 

4. Adrenal Glands 
Perched atop your kidneys, these glands secrete hormones that control your "fight or flight" response to stress (cortisol and adrenaline) and your blood pressure (aldosterone), among others. 

5. Ovaries 
These organs produce more than eggs; they manufacture and release the most important hormones for female development: estrogen, progesterone, and--yes--testosterone. 



ps- this is only for information, always consult you physician before having any particular food/ medication/exercise/other remedies.


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