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List Three Eating-Related Problems and Briefly Describe Each

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List three eating-related problems and briefly describe each. Include gender patterns as appropriate.


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Luteinizing Hormone

A hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that plays a critical role in regulating the function of the ovaries and testes.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that increases blood glucose levels, acting as an antagonist to insulin.

Pancreatic Islet Cells

Cells located in the pancreas that produce hormones like insulin and glucagon, crucial for regulating blood sugar levels.

Adrenal Cortex

The outer layer of the adrenal glands that produces steroid hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone.

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