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The Glandular System
The Glandular System
Our glandular systems are the communication network that regulates our ambitions
and emotions, promotes growth and sexual identity, helps to control body
temperatures, assists in the repair of broken tissue, and helps our bodies to
generate energy.
Our glandular systems communicate using chemical substances called hormones.
These hormones can stimulate reactions within the body that can last from a few
hours to several days.
There are two types of glands that make up our glandular system.
Pineal
Hypothalamus
Pituitary
Thyroid
Thymus
Adrenal
Pancreas
Gonads
Our glandular and nervous systems work very closely. It is their job together to
maintain a balance among all of our body systems.The glandular and nervous
system regulate the voluntary and involuntary actions within our bodies. These
include growth, metabolism, digestion, elimination, menstruation, and sleep. These
systems also enable communication between cells.
Problems with the glandular system can affect us in various ways. Some indicators
you could be having problems are:
Feeling irritable
Trouble focusing
The medulla gland produces adrenaline. This hormone is what regulates the
flight or fight response in the body and is how our bodies react to stressful events.
The medulla also produces DHEA which is a precursor to estrogen and testosterone.
The Cortex gland located on the outer portion of the adrenal gland produces
several hormones that affect blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and growth. The
cortex also produces cortisol which is often referred to as the stress hormone.
Some people produce greater levels of cortisol than others. Cortisol isn't totally
negative, it does have some positive benefits such as helping to reduce
inflammation. It also helps the body by making sure the sodium it needs is not lost.
It may also be helpful in increasing short term memory and helps the liver to
remove toxins. Excess cortisol can raise blood pressure, lower bone density, reduce
the immune response, effect blood serum glucose levels, reduce levels of serotonin
which helps to provide a sense of well being, and contribute to weight gain.
Maintaining adrenal health is very important. We must all learn to manage our
stress. Many people do not recognize that problems are occurring with their adrenal
glands because of all the stimulants they used. Stimulants include coffee, tea, soda,
sugar, chocolate, and cigarettes. Everyone should have a steady stream of energy
throughout the day without needing to stimulate the body. Having to depend on
stimulants for energy could be a good indication your adrenal glands are lacking.
Growth
Temperature Control
Blood Pressure
Exercise regularly
Include more raw foods and good fats in our diet to keep our blood sugar
levels balanced
Pray