April is Adrenal Disease Awareness Month. You probably don’t think much about your adrenal glands. They’re small hormone-releasing organs that sit at the top of the kidneys. But don’t mistake their smallness for weakness: They play a big role in your health.The adrenal glands produce hormones including cortisol, aldosterone and sex hormones.Cortisol is crucial because it helps the body respond to stress. It also helps maintain blood sugar and regulate blood pressure among other important things. Aldosterone helps regulate sodium, water and potassium balance in the blood. And sex hormones — est...
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