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Excess Contributions

Meaning

Within the physiological context of hormonal health, “Excess Contributions” metaphorically describes a state of chronic hypersecretion or overproduction of a key regulatory hormone or metabolic signal beyond the homeostatic set point. This excess, such as persistently elevated insulin or cortisol levels, places a significant burden on the body’s feedback mechanisms and cellular receptors. The resulting imbalance often leads to a cascade of maladaptive changes, including receptor downregulation, metabolic resistance, and eventual systemic pathology.