Hormones
Definition
Hormones are chemical messengers produced by the endocrine glands that regulate various bodily functions, including growth, metabolism, and mood. They travel through the bloodstream to target organs or tissues where they initiate specific biological responses.
Related terms
Endocrine System: A network of glands that produce and release hormones to control many important body functions.
Metabolism: The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms that process nutrients and convert them into energy and building blocks for growth and repair.
Gland: An organ in the body that secretes chemical substances such as hormones directly into the bloodstream
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