corticotropin-releasing hormone (crh)
Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus that plays a crucial role in our body's response to stress. It stimulates the release of other hormones that regulate our body's stress response, such as cortisol, which helps to mobilize energy and manage stress.
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