Name the hormone produced by the thyroid and pancreas.

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Animal hormones
Hormones are the chemical messengers that are secreted by certain types of cells.
Animal hormones control growth, reproduction, hunger, mood, etc.
Examples - Adrenaline, thyroxine, and growth hormones.
Thyroid gland
Thyroxine hormone is produced by the thyroid gland.
Thyroxine hormone regulates carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism for healthy bodily growth and brain development.
Pancreas
The pancreas produces insulin.
Insulin reduces blood glucose levels in the body.

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