Your endocrine system is made up of several organs called glands. These glands, located all over your body, create and secrete (release) hormones.
Hormones are chemicals that coordinate different functions in your body by carrying messages through your blood to your organs, skin, muscles and other tissues. These signals tell your body what to do and when to do it.
— Functions of Endocrine System.
Hormones affect nearly every process in your body, including:
• Metabolism (the way you break down food and get energy from nutrients).
• Growth and development.
• Emotions and mood.
• Blood pressure.
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