Wikipedia about Cortisol

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    • Published: 10-31-2014 04:29 am
    • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cortisol#Main_functions_in_the_body

      "Cortisol is a steroid hormone, more specifically a glucocorticoid, which is produced by the zona fasciculata of the adrenal cortex.[1] It is released in response to stress and a low level of blood glucose.

      Its functions are to increase blood sugar through gluconeogenesis, to suppress the immune system, and to aid the metabolism of fat, protein, and carbohydrate.[2] It also decreases bone formation.[3]"

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