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Which is said to be the main glucocorticoid in the human body?


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Glucocorticoid:

  1. The most important human glucocorticoid is cortisol (or hydrocortisone).
  2. Cortisol regulates or supports a multitude of key cardiovascular, metabolic, immunologic, and homeostatic functions, and it is required for survival.
  3. Glucocorticoids are potent anti-inflammatory drugs that operate in tandem with your immune system to treat a variety of ailments.
  4. Glucocorticoids are produced by your body.
  5. These hormones perform a variety of functions, including regulating how your cells use sugar and fat and reducing inflammation.
  6. However, they aren't always sufficient. That's when man-made replicas come in handy.

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