Hormones secreted by the ovaries

The ovaries and uterus constitute an important reproductive system in the female body, so the loss of either organ will have a serious impact on a woman's normal reproductive ability. The structure of the ovaries is relatively complex because the main function of the ovaries is to secrete hormones. Moreover, the types of hormones secreted by the ovaries are different at different times of each month. Here we will provide some basic information for female friends about the hormones that the ovaries can secrete.

1. Estrogen. In women, most estrogen is secreted by the ovaries, and the remaining small amount of estrogen is secreted by the adrenal glands or placenta. Estrogen plays a very important role in the growth and development of women. It not only helps the vagina, fallopian tubes, and uterus of women's accessory reproductive organs to gradually mature, but also promotes the stability of women's physical characteristics. In addition, estrogen also has a certain effect on promoting the function of renal tubules and lowering cholesterol.

2. Progesterone. This hormone is also secreted by the ovaries, but if progesterone wants to play its role, it needs the support of estrogen. Generally speaking, the effects of progesterone on women are mainly reflected in three aspects: breast, uterus and heat production. With the help of progesterone, women can maintain a stable body temperature during menstruation and be able to conceive a fetus when pregnant.

3. Androgen. This hormone is common in men, but is also found in small amounts in women. Although the ovaries secrete a relatively small amount of this hormone, the role of androgen in the female body is also very important because it can promote the development of some female body functions and organs, and can also effectively regulate the pituitary gland.

After understanding the above content, women will have a preliminary understanding of the types and functions of hormones secreted by the ovaries, and also realize the importance of the ovaries to the body. In this case, women should strengthen ovarian care in their daily lives, eat more bean foods, participate in more physical exercise, and take an appropriate amount of folic acid under the guidance of a doctor when necessary, which can effectively improve ovarian function.