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What does the thyroid gland control?

the sugar levels in the blood
the body's metabolism
the other endocrine glands
the body's response to stress

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Answer: The thyroid gland is responsible for producing thyroid hormone (T4 and T3), which is involved in regulation of metabolism, bowel function, heart rate, temperature sense, menstrual regularity, and other functions. The thyroid is controlled by the pituitary gland in the brain.

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