5 Hormones and How They Impact Brain Health
Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Nisha Dubey
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From estrogen to insulin, here are five hormones and their impact on brain health and brain function.
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Thyroid hormones
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They can help in regulating metabolism and improving brain development, especially during infancy.
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Cortisol
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Cortisol can help manage stress, mood and fear responses. It can also help manage memory formation, sleep-wake cycle and alertness.
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Insulin
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Insulin can help facilitate the uptake of glucose by brain cells and is important for memory and cognitive functioning.
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Estrogen
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Estrogen has a direct impact on mood, learning and memory functions. It can help promote neural growth and elasticity.
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Progesterone
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