Endocrine System

Hormones

Neurons that is specalized for target cells because of their receptors.

Pituitary Gland

The main control system of many glands.

Thyroid Gland

Responsible for metabolism like producition of ATP and protein synthesis.

Adrenal Gland

Responsible for adrenaline and cortisol, which two is major influencers to your neverous system.

Pancreas

Makes insulin and Glucagon to manage blood sugar.

Negative Feedback Loops

Hormones is mainly released by…

Diabetes Mellitus

Also known as Type 2 Diabetes. When the body is resistant to insulin.

Type 1 Diabetes

A condition that destories pancreas cells, reducing the production of insulin.

Hyperthyroidism

A condition caused by a turmor, leading to tachycardia and excessive weight loss.

Hypothyroidism

A condition caused by inflamation of the Thyroid gland, leading to fatigue and brachicardia.

Cushing Syndrome

Weight gain due to too much cortisol.

Cortisol

“The Stress Hormone”, controlls blood sugar and your sleep-wake cycle

Adrenaline

“The Fight or Flight Hormone”, is released by the Somatic nervous system when in times of stress, leading to mutible of actions such was contracting blood vestles and pain receptors.

Endocrine System

Slow Twitch body system that releases glands to control metabolism and growth.