Question

How does glucocorticoid vs epinephrine/norepinephrine release impact us differently (this could be with regards to mood, appetite, etc.)?

Answer 1

Glucocorticoid hormone:  The Cortisol or the Glucocorticoid hormone is produced in the Zona Fasiculata. Here also the steroid substances acts as precursor molecules. The ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic hormone) induces the production of this hormone.

Epinephrine: The hormone Epinephrine is also known as Adrenaline Hormone. The Medulla part is richly supplied with Parasympathetic nerves. The Amino acid Tyrosine acts as precursor molecule. During the biosynthesis of the hormone the tyrosine undergoes hydroxylation to form Dopa which is futher decarboxylated to produce Dopamine, Neurotransmitter which is also termed as Happy Hormones. The dopamine subsequently converts into Non- Adrenaline and then to Adrenaline. The main function of the Adrenaline hormone is to induce the Adrenaline rush in humans. They are also called Emergency Hormones or Flight, Fright and Fight Hormones. They induces Blood pressure and heart beat, diverting the blood flow to the muscles, increase blood glucose level etc.

Norepinephrine: The Hormone Norepinephrine is also known as Non- Adrenaline hormone. The Adrenaline and Non- Adrenaline hormones are together called as Catecholamines. The functions are similar to the Adrenaline Hormones.