The endocrine system is the name for the glands that produce hormones in a person’s body. These glands include the thyroid gland, pituitary gland, and adrenal gland. The endocrine system produces ...

The endocrine system uses chemical messengers called hormones to regulate a range of bodily functions through the release of hormones. The endocrine system is a network of glands and organs located ...

Hormones coordinate different body functions by carrying messages through the bloodstream to target cells and tissues. Hormonal imbalances occur through inadequate or excess hormone synthesis, which ...

Hormones are typically described as chemical messengers that communicate important information to your body’s cells and ...

Endocrine disorders affect the endocrine system. There are various conditions that fall into this category, including diabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Endocrine disorders are medical ...

The adrenal glands are two small glands located on top of the kidneys. They produce hormones that help regulate heart rate, ...

In a previous post, I discussed the connection between the mind and the skin. In that article, I called for patients and clinicians to become more aware of the relationship between cutaneous and ...

Wendy Wisner is a journalist and international board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). She has written about all things pregnancy, maternal/child health, parenting, and general health and ...

Diabetes is a chronic condition involving issues regulating blood sugar (glucose). When glucose levels are too high, you may be at risk of developing problems with your kidneys, heart, and other parts ...

(Beyond Pesticides, October 8, 2024) A comprehensive literature review in Endocrines, published in September, amasses hundreds of studies on endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) that showcase adverse ...