Hormones and neurotransmitters
3 important questions on Hormones and neurotransmitters
Why is the enteric nervous system (ENS) called the second brain?
Because it can function independently from the brain and CNS (spinal cord)
What are the 3 regions of the hypothalamus?
- Anterior region - TRH
- Middle region - GHRH
- Posterior region - body temperature regulation
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1)
Produced by small intestine.
For mixed meal including carbs or fats.
Target organs:
- endocrine pancreas --> stimulating insulin release and inhibits glucagon release and gastric function
For mixed meal including carbs or fats.
Target organs:
- endocrine pancreas --> stimulating insulin release and inhibits glucagon release and gastric function
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