2. Learning outcomes
Hormones are secreted by glands and are transported to their target organs by the bloodstream.
Several hormones are involved in the menstrual cycle of a woman, including some that are involved in promoting the release of an egg.

3. -control many processes in the body
Whare are hormones?
-chemical substances
-control many processes in the body

4. Glands produce hormones

5. Blood carries hormones around the body

6. Example #1
Pancreas produces INSULIN (a hormone)
-insulin helps to lower our blood sugar

7. Ovaries produce estrogen (a hormone)
-control production of egg cells
-this can help a woman become pregnant
Example #2