Mitochondria are the "powerhouses" of the cell, responsible for producing 9095% of the body's energy in the form of ATP through the electron transport chain
Patients with pituitary tumor or craniopharyngioma remnants receiving GH replacement do not need to be treated or monitored differently than those not receiving GH
Dopamine helps stimulate the release of luteinizing hormone (LH) from the pituitary gland, which then signals the testes to produce testosterone
It helps: Increase insulin production to lower blood sugar Slow down digestion, so you feel full faster and longer Suppress appetite and reduce cravings When combined with a healthy diet and exercise, GLP-1 has been shown to promote significant, sustained weight loss and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other weight-related conditions
2 Storage vs Utilization Metabolic state determines lipid fate: Fed state (Insulin dominant): Lipoprotein lipase activity Triglyceride storage in adipose tissue Fasting state (Glucagon/Epinephrine dominant): Activation of hormone-sensitive lipase Lipolysis Free fatty acids -oxidation Hepatic ketogenesis when glucose is limited Lipids are not inherently pathological
