Beyond Sleep:  Unraveling the Complex Web of Hormones Influenced by This Tiny Molecule Nestled deep within the hypothalamus, a region of the brain that governs fundamental functions like sleep-wake cycles, appetite, and arousal, lies a tiny molecule with an outsized impact – orexin. Often dubbed the “wakefulness hormone,” orexin’s influence extends far beyond simply keeping … Continue reading Orexin’s Tangled Threads in 10 Hormonal Imbalances