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Cortisol

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Produced after the pineal glad releases ACTH hormone that stimulates the adrenal glands to release a variety of hormones… primarily cortisol.

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Primary functions of cortisol

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Stimulation of gluconeogenesis. Enhances the elevation of blood glucose and inhibits peripheral uptake and oxidation of glucose by the cells.

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Protein metabolism affect

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Increases synthesis of proteins in the liver but increases breakdown of proteins in the muscle, Lymphoid tissue, fatty tissues, skin, and bone. This increases blood levels of amino acids.