By examining the HPG pathways and its crucial components, we can see how this intricate system not only prepares the entire body to potentially host a pregnancy but also supports a range of behaviors leading up to that significant moment, from the sensation of butterflies in your stomach to feeling energized during a romantic courtship. In addition, by acting upon this system, estrogen in particular has been shown to boost metabolism, protecting us against weight gain, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes. Estrogen is also instrumental in maintaining bone health and in supporting the heart
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