Hormone

usgb/ˈhɔːrməʊn/
noun

A substance in your body that sends messages and controls activity of cells.

Insulin is a hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.
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Often appears as...

  • growth hormone
  • hormone imbalance

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Body Regulation

Hormones manage vital functions like hunger, sleep, and stress.

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The hormone melatonin helps regulate your sleep cycle.
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Medical Context

Often used in medical or biological discussions about health issues.

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Doctor suspects a hormone imbalance might be causing fatigue.
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Not Emotions

Don't confuse hormonal effects with emotions; hormones impact, but don't equal feelings.

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She felt anxious, possibly due to stress hormones.
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