Blood glucose
The main sugar that the body makes from the three elements of food–proteins, fats, and carbohydrates–but mostly from carbohydrates. Glucose is the major source of energy for living cells and is carried to each cell through the bloodstream. However, the cells cannot use glucose without the help of insulin.
The blood sugar level is regulated by two hormones. The mechanism behind this type of negative feedback control is described in this tutorial. Failure to regulate blood sugar levels could lead to physiological disorders and diseases, such as diabetes. Read this tutorial to learn more...
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Hormones are essential in the regulation of the activity of the various biological systems of the human body. The inefficiency of any of these hormonal control systems may lead to the improper functioning of the body. In this tutorial, get to know the different classes of hormones, metabolism, mechanism, and control of hormone secretions. ..
