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Understanding Cortisol: The Double-Edged Sword of Stress Hormones
In the intricate symphony of hormones that orchestrate the body's functions, cortisol stands out as a potent and multifaceted player. This steroid hormone, produced by the adrenal glands, is often referred to as the \"stress hormone\" due to its pivotal role in the body's response to physical and psychological challenges. While cortisol is essential for survival and adaptation, an imbalance in its levels can have far-reaching consequences on various aspects of human health.
The Biology of Cortisol
Cortisol is primarily produced by the adrenal glands, located just above the kidneys. Its secretion is regulated by a complex interplay between the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and the adrenal glands themselves, a system known as the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis.
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Understanding Cortisol: The Double-Edged Sword of Stress Hormones
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The Biology of Cortisol
Cortisol is primarily produced by the adrenal glands, located just above the kidneys. Its secretion is regulated by a complex interplay between the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and the adrenal glands themselves, a system known as the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis.
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Understanding Cortisol: The Double-Edged Sword of Stress Hormones
In the intricate symphony of hormones that orchestrate the body's functions, cortisol stands out as a potent and multifaceted player. This steroid hormone, produced by the adrenal glands, is often referred to as the \"stress hormone\" due to its pivotal role in the body's response to physical and psychological challenges. While cortisol is essential for survival and adaptation, an imbalance in its levels can have far-reaching consequences on various aspects of human health.
The Biology of Cortisol
Cortisol is primarily produced by the adrenal glands, located just above the kidneys. Its secretion is regulated by a complex interplay between the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and the adrenal glands themselves, a system known as the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis.
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