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Hormones9
  • Oxytocin and vasopressin are the only known hormones released by the human posterior pituitary gland to act at a distance. (wikipedia.org)
  • The hormones oxytocin and vasopressin are produced in the same area of the brain and are also very similar in structure. (unibas.ch)
  • Because the production of the two hormones is so close anatomically, disorders that cause vasopressin deficiency could also affect the neurons that produce oxytocin," explains Dr. Cihan Atila, endocrinologist and lead author of a study that has now been published in the journal Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology . (unibas.ch)
  • Sometimes, a doctor may suggest using medications to stimulate your hormones and speed up the process. (webmd.com)
  • The production of milk by the mammary glands is stimulated by hormones. (aljazeera.com)
  • Within the mother are the so-called mothering hormones, specifically prolactin and Oxytocin. (articlesfactory.com)
  • The attachment-promoting behaviors of the baby stimulate these hormones to flows in the mother. (articlesfactory.com)
  • It produces 2 hormones: vasopressin, which causes blood pressure to rise and regulates the amount of water in the body's cells, and oxytocin, which causes the uterus to contract during childbirth and lactation to begin. (medscape.com)
  • Meanwhile, the autonomic nervous system stimulates the suprarenal medulla to secrete hormones such as epinephrine into the bloodstream. (medscape.com)
Uterus to contract1
Released by the pituitary gland2
Increased oxytocin levels1
Follicle stimula1
  • a gonadotropic hormone, as follicle-stimulating hormone. (absp.org.uk)
Neurons3
  • However, oxytocin neurons make other peptides, including corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) and dynorphin, for example, that act locally. (wikipedia.org)
  • The magnocellular neurons that make oxytocin are adjacent to magnocellular neurons that make vasopressin, and are similar in many respects. (wikipedia.org)
  • Each time you enjoy reciprocal trust, neurons connect that help turn on your oxytocin in similar future circumstances. (womenworking.com)
Pituitary gland2
  • Now, for the first time, researchers from the University of Basel and the University Hospital of Basel have succeeded in demonstrating a deficiency of oxytocin in patients with a deficiency of vasopressin caused by a disease of the pituitary gland. (unibas.ch)
  • a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland which stimulates the production of melanin by melanocytes. (absp.org.uk)
Role of oxytocin3
  • The role of oxytocin in maintaining health and wellness is huge, so this article takes you through various natural therapies for increasing the levels of oxytocin in your body. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • By understanding the role of oxytocin in the mind-body connection, individuals can incorporate these natural therapy approaches into their lives to nurture emotional wellbeing and healing. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • Animal experiments and imaging studies demonstrate the central role of oxytocin in maternal love and bonding. (intechopen.com)
Effects of oxytocin2
Contraction of the uterus2
  • For example, when oxytocin is released during a contraction of the uterus at the start of childbirth, this stimulates production and release of more oxytocin and an increase in the intensity and frequency of contractions. (wikipedia.org)
  • If needed, oxytocin is given to stimulate contraction of the uterus. (msdmanuals.com)
Secretion3
  • Production and secretion of oxytocin is controlled by a positive feedback mechanism, where its initial release stimulates production and release of further oxytocin. (wikipedia.org)
  • Estrogen has been found to increase the secretion of oxytocin and to increase the expression of its receptor, the oxytocin receptor, in the brain. (wikipedia.org)
  • This test stimulates oxytocin secretion, i.e. the release of the hormone in the body. (unibas.ch)
Testosterone1
  • Testosterone production is stimulated by release of LH and FSH from the pituitary . (joyfulbelly.com)
Neurotransmitter3
  • This type of bonding delivers the neurotransmitter oxytocin to in-group brains. (forrester.com)
  • Both a neurotransmitter and a happy hormone, oxytocin is often called "the love hormone. (besthealthmag.ca)
  • Oxytocin is a neurotransmitter and neuromodulator and we postulate that oxytocin may increase neuroplasticity, synaptic connections, and alter ASD genes' expression. (intechopen.com)
Uterine muscles1
  • Towards the end of pregnancy, a hormone called oxytocin stimulates the uterine muscles and causes contractions that begin the process of labor. (webmd.com)
Pitocin1
  • Pitocin® is a synthetic version of oxytocin, and doctors use this IV medication for labor induction. (webmd.com)
Neuropeptide1
  • The neuropeptide oxytocin (OT) is associated with a plethora of social behaviors and is a key topic at the intersection of psychology and biology. (nature.com)
Found to stimulate2
  • In the context of natural therapy, various practices have been found to stimulate oxytocin release. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • By chance, sodium ascorbate by itself was found to stimulate the production of oxytocin from ovarian tissue over a range of concentrations in a dose-dependent manner. (wikipedia.org)
Vasopressin7
  • In the 1920s, oxytocin and vasopressin were isolated from pituitary tissue and given their current names. (wikipedia.org)
  • Amastatin, bestatin (ubenimex), leupeptin, and puromycin have been found to inhibit the enzymatic degradation of oxytocin, though they also inhibit the degradation of various other peptides, such as vasopressin, met-enkephalin, and dynorphin A. In the hypothalamus, oxytocin is made in magnocellular neurosecretory cells of the supraoptic and paraventricular nuclei, and is stored in Herring bodies at the axon terminals in the posterior pituitary. (wikipedia.org)
  • Researchers at the University of Basel and the University Hospital of Basel, led by Professor Mirjam Christ-Crain, have now shown that oxytocin levels are 8.5 times higher in healthy individuals after a single dose of MDMA, while they remain unchanged in those with vasopressin deficiency. (unibas.ch)
  • Oxytocin deficiency in people with vasopressin deficiency would at least partially explain this finding," says the endocrinologist Atila. (unibas.ch)
  • The same researchers at the Department of Clinical Research are currently planning a large study to investigate whether treatment with oxytocin can improve the psychological symptoms in patients with vasopressin deficiency. (unibas.ch)
  • Oxytocin in response to MDMA provocation test in patients with arginine vasopressin deficiency (central diabetes insipidus): a single-centre, case-control study with nested, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial. (unibas.ch)
  • Systemic vasopressin (VP) and oxytocin (OT) are chiefly produced by magnocellular neurosecretory cells (MNCs) in the supraoptic (SON) and paraventricular (PVN) nuclei of the hypothalamus. (jneurosci.org)
Childbirth2
  • In either form, oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions to speed up the process of childbirth. (wikipedia.org)
  • The adjective form is "oxytocic", which refers to medicines which stimulate uterine contractions, to speed up the process of childbirth. (wikipedia.org)
Adrenal cortex1
Prostaglandins2
  • Agents useful to control bleeding include oxytocin, methylergonovine, or prostaglandins. (medscape.com)
  • It is usually performed by administering oxytocin or prostaglandins to the pregnant woman or by manually rupturing the amniotic membranes. (bvsalud.org)
Behaviors1
  • Oxytocin (OT) is a crucial regulator of reproductive behaviors, including parturition in mammals. (frontiersin.org)
Production10
  • In addition to reduced stress, other benefits associated with increased oxytocin production include lower blood pressure, higher empathy with others and better social behaviour. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • Oxytocin receptors are thought to have evolved when ancestral women began nursing their children and stimulated oxytocin production in their bodies to ensure healthy breastfeeding after delivery. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • Hugging and kissing also stimulate oxytocin production. (irishnews.com)
  • This provides strong evidence that their production of oxytocin is also impaired. (unibas.ch)
  • a hormone which stimulates production of gastric juice. (absp.org.uk)
  • And the vagus nerve stimulates the production of oxytocin, the hormone of love. (pathwaystofamilywellness.org)
  • The following list of suggestions will give men some ideas of how they can promote oxytocin production in their partners," he writes. (theglobeandmail.com)
  • In addition, it stimulates the production of oxytocin, providing a well-being effect on the scalp. (clariant.com)
  • This stimulates the production of oxytocin, a hormone that helps us relax and lowers cortisol. (elitedaily.com)
  • Timely breastfeeding initiation stimulates oxytocin tially contributes to under-5 mortality due to neonatal production which enhances uterine contractions infections (45%), diarrhoea (30%) or acute respiratory in- and reduces post-partum haemorrhage. (who.int)
Peptide4
  • The oxytocin peptide is composed of nine amino acids and has a molecular weight of 1007 daltons (Da). (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • Oxytocin is derived by enzymatic splitting from the peptide precursor encoded by the human OXT gene. (wikipedia.org)
  • The oxytocin peptide is synthesized as an inactive precursor protein from the OXT gene. (wikipedia.org)
  • Oxytocin (OT) is a highly conserved nonapeptide that was the first peptide hormone with determined molecular structure ( 1 ). (frontiersin.org)
Nine amino acids1
  • In the early 1950s, American biochemist Vincent du Vigneaud found that oxytocin is made up of nine amino acids, and he identified its amino acid sequence, the first polypeptide hormone to be sequenced. (wikipedia.org)
Antidiuretic1
  • Produces rhythmic uterine contractions, can stimulate the gravid uterus, and has vasopressive and antidiuretic effects. (medscape.com)
Ovarian1
Release10
  • Aromatherapy, with its use of essential oils, can also stimulate oxytocin release through the olfactory system. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • In natural therapy, various approaches can help stimulate oxytocin release and support emotional healing. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • Art therapy is another natural therapy modality that can boost oxytocin release. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • OXYTOCIN is a hormone that makes us feel bonded, 'facilitating' the release of two key brain chemicals, dopamine and serotonin, which both affect mood, says Paul Zak, a professor of economic sciences, psychology and management at Claremont Graduate University in California. (irishnews.com)
  • They're too new to have been tested to confirm that they cause oxytocin release, but I suspect they will," he says. (irishnews.com)
  • Walking stimulates the release of neurotransmitters and brain chemicals, including endorphins, oxytocin and serotonin. (hellomagazine.com)
  • Researchers from Claremont University in California have done extensive research on its impact on women, linking oxytocin release to life satisfaction levels. (besthealthmag.ca)
  • Stimulates uterine contraction (during labor, postpartum, etc), release of breast milk (let down reflex). (joyfulbelly.com)
  • Stimulates insulin release. (joyfulbelly.com)
  • In fact, we demonstrated that an antagonist of ER-β prevents estradiol (E 2 ) inhibition of stimulated VP release from explants of the hypothalamo-neurohypophyseal system (HNS) ( Somponpun and Sladek, 2002 ). (jneurosci.org)
Receptor2
Cortisol1
Massage2
  • For instance, massage therapy, known for its relaxation benefits, has been shown to boost oxytocin levels, promoting a sense of calm and reducing stress. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • In one of his studies, published in the journal Alternative Therapies in 2012, Professor Zak found that just 15 minutes of massage caused oxytocin levels to rise by 17 per cent. (irishnews.com)
Muscles1
  • Simply flopping around in the water stimulates endorphin because it activates muscles you don't usually use. (womenworking.com)
Thymus1
  • Many of the same tissues (e.g. ovaries, testes, eyes, adrenals, placenta, thymus, pancreas) where PAM (and oxytocin by default) is found are also known to store higher concentrations of vitamin C. Oxytocin is known to be metabolized by the oxytocinase, leucyl/cystinyl aminopeptidase. (wikipedia.org)
Dopamine2
  • The euphoric "high" that we feel when we anticipate a future reward, especially as it gets closer, motivates people to continue pushing for the reward in order to receive more intense and stimulating dopamine-driven pleasure sensations. (forrester.com)
  • Perhaps your brand aligns with the dopamine and serotonin highs that stoke customer fanatics of Red Bull - or maybe it's the softer motherly instincts provided by oxytocin in brands like P&G or Dove. (forrester.com)
Estradiol1
  • In women, a single dose of estradiol has been found to be sufficient to increase circulating oxytocin concentrations. (wikipedia.org)
Empathy1
  • As expected, the increase in oxytocin in the healthy individuals after a dose of MDMA caused pro-social behavior and an increase in empathy, combined with a reduction in anxiety symptoms. (unibas.ch)
Produces1
  • Research shows breastfeeding accelerates healing because your body produces the hormone oxytocin while you nurse which stimulates uterine contractions and reduces bleeding. (popsugar.com)
Boost1
  • Get a boost of oxytocin by doing pleasurable things such as spending time cuddling with your partner, your kids or your pet(s), rather than spending time on social media . (besthealthmag.ca)
Bloodstream1
  • Oxytocin is released into the bloodstream as a hormone in response to sexual activity and during labour. (wikipedia.org)
Synthesis1
  • In 1953, du Vigneaud carried out the synthesis of oxytocin, the first polypeptide hormone to be synthesized. (wikipedia.org)
Feelings1
  • Touching also elicits the hormone oxytocin, which creates feelings of attachment and a sense of well-being. (yahoo.com)
Hormone produced1
  • a hormone produced in the body that stimulates appetite. (absp.org.uk)
Reduces1
Synthetic1
  • Further work on different synthetic routes for oxytocin, as well as the preparation of analogues of the hormone (e.g. 4-deamido-oxytocin) was performed in the following decade by Iphigenia Photaki. (wikipedia.org)
Appetite1
  • a hormone that stimulates the appetite and is thought to be important for sleep regulation. (absp.org.uk)
Labour1
  • Induction of labour is defined as the process of artificially stimulating the uterus to start labour. (bvsalud.org)
Breast milk1
  • There is significant evidence that this association is mediated by the ingredients of the breast milk and infant's endogenous oxytocin. (intechopen.com)
Crucial1
Attachment2
  • This article covers topics such as, how baby wearing promotes cognitive development, baby wearing enhances parent-infant bonding, baby wearing helps mothers and babies get the right start, baby wearing stimulates attachment parenting, the next step: harmony and competence, baby wearing overcomes obstacles to bonding, postpartum depression, baby wearing makes life easier for busy parents and baby wearing may change your life-style for the better. (articlesfactory.com)
  • Just as mothers have attachment-giving qualities, babies come wired with attachment-promoting qualities that stimulate in the mother the desire, and perhaps the need, to be near her baby. (articlesfactory.com)
Therapy5
  • Understanding the significance of oxytocin in natural therapy can help individuals harness its benefits to foster emotional wellbeing, social connection and overall healing. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • The mind-body connection is a fundamental aspect of natural therapy, and oxytocin plays a key role in nurturing emotional healing. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • Therapy with oxytocin? (unibas.ch)
  • 51 patients had additional IV administration of 40 IU of oxytocin in 5% Glucose or 0,9% NaCl solution during therapy. (hindawi.com)
  • Oxytocin administration seems to improve efficiency of HIFU therapy although further research is required to assess its value. (hindawi.com)
Love3
  • Discover how the enigmatic oxytocin, known as the love hormone, shapes human bonds. (zmescience.com)
  • The love hormone, oxytocin, was found to neutralize the motor deficiency effects of alcohol in rats, sobering them up. (zmescience.com)
  • Gazing stimulates bonding and oxytocin, or 'the love hormone,' for a dog. (yahoo.com)
Increases4
  • mefloquine increases toxicity of oxytocin by QTc interval. (medscape.com)
  • oxytocin increases effects of dexfenfluramine by pharmacodynamic synergism. (medscape.com)
  • oxytocin increases effects of dexmethylphenidate by pharmacodynamic synergism. (medscape.com)
  • oxytocin increases effects of isoproterenol by pharmacodynamic synergism. (medscape.com)
Levels1
  • Mindfulness practices, such as meditation and yoga, encourage a state of present-moment awareness and can enhance oxytocin levels, thereby improving emotional wellbeing. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
Social3
  • Beyond its role in social bonding and emotional healing, oxytocin has been found to have analgesic properties, making it relevant in pain management through natural therapies. (naturaltherapypages.com.au)
  • The hormone oxytocin is important for social interaction and to control emotions. (unibas.ch)
  • Oxytocin is stimulated by social trust. (womenworking.com)
Medicines1
  • markets for quality-assured IVDs, medicines and vaccines across different therapeutic areas · managing vaccines supplies and prices to ensure sustainable supply and eliminate shortages · looking beyond price when valuing quality-assured medicines · stimulating introduction of new, innovative IVDs. (who.int)