The Endocrine System Quiz

The hypothalamus secretes a hormone called somatostatin which tells the pancreas to secrete insulin based on blood sugar levels.

The pancreas and kidneys play a role in the endocrine system.

The chemicals used in the Endocrine System are known as:

The ___________ is located in the lower front part of the neck and produces hormones that control the rate the body metabolizes food to produce energy.

The Endocrine System is composed of…

The _____________ produces hormones that control many of the functions of the other endocrine glands and is divided into 2 parts: the anterior lobe and the posterior lobe.

The _____________ produces hormones called corticosteroids (which regulate the body’s metabolism, the balance of salt and water in the body, the immune system, and sexual function).

The major glands of the endocrine system are:

The _____________ is located in the middle of the brain and secretes the hormone Melatonin (which is thought to help regulate the wake-sleep cycle).

Yoga postures pressurize and depressurize specific glands, and these subtle compression and decompression can regulate secretions.

Shoulder Stand (Sarvangasana) followed by Fish Pose (Matsyasana) contracts and then opens the neck muscles, and the pressure of the chin to the chest brings circulation to the the area of the thyroid and parathyroid glands.

Bow Pose (Dhanurasana) and Wheel Pose (Urdhva Dhanurasana or Chakrasana) affect the adrenal glands by brining circulation into their specific area.

Shoulder Stand (Sarvangasana) followed by Fish Pose (Matsyasana) contracts and then opens the neck muscles, and the pressure of the chin to the chest brings circulation to the the area of the thyroid and parathyroid glands.