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Neuroendocrine-Metabolic Axis

Meaning

The Neuroendocrine-Metabolic Axis is a highly integrated, bidirectional signaling network that coordinates the central nervous system (neuro), the endocrine system (hormones), and metabolic processes (energy regulation). This axis represents the master control system for maintaining energy balance, regulating stress response, and governing essential functions like appetite, body temperature, and reproduction. Disruptions within this complex network are implicated in conditions ranging from obesity and diabetes to chronic stress and hormonal imbalances.