Hormones are chemical messengers that help coordinate different functions in the body. They carry messages through the blood and deliver them to the organs, skin, muscles, and other tissues.
What do Hormones do in Our Body?
‘What does hormone do?’ Are you stuck with this question? Well, hormones are chemicals that manage our body's processes. Interestingly, a single-body process includes several different hormones.
Every cell has a receptor. So, a hormone will only affect the part of our body where it finds a suitable receptor. This receptor collects the hormone's message. Thus, hormones are the keys to the locks of a cell. If the hormone (key) finds a suitable receptor (lock), it will work and deliver the message that the cell has to take a specific action.
Hormones are helpful in two types of communication. The first is between two endocrine glands, where the first gland releases the hormone. Based on this, the second gland changes the levels of hormones it releases. For example, consider the communication between the pituitary gland and the thyroid.
The pituitary gland releases thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), which activates the thyroid gland to release its hormones. Both these hormones then affect the different body parts.
The second type of communication involves an endocrine gland and a target organ. For example, when the pancreas releases insulin, it acts on the muscles and helps the liver to process glucose.
Thus, the purpose of hormones in the body is to act as messengers and help coordinate the different functions in the body.
Conclusion
Hormones are an essential part of the body. However, sometimes, these hormones' levels are disturbed, affecting our body processes. In such cases, you must opt for immediate medical care. Having health insurance will help you and cover your medical costs.
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