Chapter 18: The Endocrine System - Mesa Community College

Progesterone acts as a cortisol antagonist at the cortisol receptor. Since excess cortisol promotes intrabdominal fat accumulation, sufficient progesterone can promote a more healthy fat distribution. Pedersen SB. Studies on receptors and actions of steroid hormones in adipose tissue. Dan Med Bull. 2005 Dec;52(4):258. ................
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