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Oxytocin

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Triggers childbirth contractions and release of milk during breastfeeding. It is also linked to social bonding and trust.

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Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)

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Regulates calcium levels in the blood, with effects on bone formation, kidney function, and absorption of calcium from the digestive tract.

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Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)

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Stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine (T4) and then triiodothyronine (T3), which stimulate the metabolism of almost every tissue in the body.

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Growth Hormone (GH)

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Stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and cell regeneration.

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Calcitonin

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Lowers blood calcium levels by inhibiting osteoclast activity and increasing the excretion of calcium by the kidneys.

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Thyroxine (T4)

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Regulates metabolism, heart rate, digestion, and bone health.

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Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline)

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Functions primarily as a neurotransmitter, it also increases heart rate and blood pressure, aiding the fight-or-flight response.

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Cholecystokinin (CCK)

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Stimulates the digestion of fat and protein, and signals the gallbladder to release bile to aid fat digestion.

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Estrogen

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Regulates the female reproductive system, menstrual cycle, and secondary sexual characteristics.

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Somatostatin

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Inhibits the release of growth hormone and thyroid-stimulating hormone, as well as the secretion of other hormones within the digestive system.

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Testosterone

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Promotes the development of male secondary sexual characteristics, such as body hair and muscle mass, and supports sperm production.

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Adrenaline (Epinephrine)

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Triggers the body's fight-or-flight response, increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and energy supplies.

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Progesterone

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Prepares the endometrium for pregnancy and supports early stages of pregnancy.

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Triiodothyronine (T3)

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Regulates metabolism, heart rate, digestion, and brain development. More potent than Thyroxine (T4).

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Erythropoietin (EPO)

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Stimulates the production of red blood cells by the bone marrow.

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Aldosterone

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Aids in blood pressure regulation by increasing sodium reabsorption by the kidneys, which in turn causes water retention.

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Insulin

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Lowers blood glucose levels by facilitating cellular glucose uptake.

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Glucagon

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Raises blood glucose levels by promoting glycogen breakdown to glucose in the liver.

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Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)

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Promotes sperm production in males and stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles in females.

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Melatonin

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Regulates sleep-wake cycles and circadian rhythms.

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Ghrelin

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Increases appetite and plays a role in regulating the distribution and rate of use of energy.

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Prolactin

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Stimulates milk production in breastfeeding mothers.

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Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)

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Promotes water retention by the kidneys, thus regulating hydration and blood pressure.

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Leptin

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Regulates energy balance by inhibiting hunger, which in turn diminishes fat storage in adipocytes.

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Cortisol

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Increases blood sugar through gluconeogenesis, suppresses the immune system, and aids in metabolism of fat, protein, and carbohydrate.

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