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Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis Balance

Meaning

Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis Balance refers to the optimal, harmonious functioning of the central stress-response system, ensuring a resilient and appropriate physiological reaction to stress while maintaining homeostasis. This critical endocrine axis, often abbreviated as the HPA axis, links the nervous and endocrine systems, controlling the release of cortisol and other stress hormones. Achieving this balance is fundamental to emotional stability, immune function, and the prevention of chronic stress-related health issues.