Crystals and the Pituitary Gland

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Crystals and the Pituitary GlandThe pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain in a pocket inside the sphenoid bone known as the sella tursica. It weighs only 1/2 gram (.018 ounces) of which 85% is water and it produces 1/100,000th of a gram of hormones daily. The pituitary gland via hormone secretion directly affects the thyroid, adrenals, ovaries, testes, kidneys, breasts. According to An Endocrine Interpretation of Chapman's Reflexes: the pituitary "also exerts a definite influence on the intestines, bladder, uterus, stomach, and spleen, its actions causing contraction of the plain, unstriped muscles of the entire body". Pituitary secretions are in most part in response to signals from the hypothalamus. It communicates with the posterior pituitary via nerve fibers and the anterior pituitary via minute capillaries. The hypothalamus collects information from the body concerning hormone and electrolyte levels, pain, emotions, etc., and signals the pituitary accordingly with the optimum health of the body in mind. There are seven major hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary: adrenal corticotrophic hormone (ACTH), thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), growth hormone (GH), melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH), and prolactin. ACTH stimulates cortisol secretion by the adrenal glands and can increase its secretion up to 2000%. It also has a small effect on aldosterone and perhaps estrogen secretion. ACTH can be stimulated by low blood sugar, infection, surgery, chronic disease, norepinephrine and similar medications, intense heat or cold. TSH signals the thyroid to secrete thyroxine and triiodothyronine. It also increases the production of these hormones and increases the size and number of thyroid cells. Two factors that cause abnormally high TSH secretion are intense cold and emotional trauma. FSH in males aids in formation of sperm and in females aids in the development of the egg and production of estrogen. LH in males stimulates the formation of testosterone and in females it is necessary for follicular growth, ovulation and progesterone and estrogen production see ovary). GH promotes an increase in the size and number of all cells in the body capable of growth and reproduction. It stimulates protein synthesis and muscle growth while stimulating the body to use up fat stores. It increases blood sugar levels (thus stimulating insulin production) by decreasing carbohydrate utilization. It also stimulates the production of a substance that promotes proper bone and cartilage growth, development, and repair. Growth hormone is also necessary for tissue repair, and plays a role in increasing our resistance to disease by stimulating the immune system. It can speed wound healing, decrease blood urea levels, and prevent or reverse osteoporosis. It is released in response to sleep, fasting, and exercise. Many people over 50 no longer produce any GH. MSH controls darkening of the skin and possibly plays a role in retention of visual stimulation and memory. Prolactin aids in breast development during pregnancy, stimulates the mammary gland cells to synthesize fat, lactose, and casein, thus producing milk. Prolactin formation is normally inhibited until pregnancy and it reaches a maximum after giving birth. The posterior pituitary secretes oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH). Oxytocin is actually produced by the hypothalamus but stored in the posterior pituitary. It stimulates the pregnant uterus to begin the onset of labor, and also causes milk to travel from the alveoli to the ducts making it available for the nursing child. ADH is also produced in the hypothalamus and stored in the posterior pituitary. It controls the permeability of the renal tubules. Secretion of ADH causes the kidneys to conserve water and electrolytes. ADH is usually excreted in high volumes during periods of blood loss. Your Third Eye Chakra governs the Pituitary Gland. The Third Eye ChakraLocation: Middle of the foreheadColor: IndigoElement: LightMusical Keynote: A (vocalized "ee")Associated Glands: Pituitary*Controls the endocrine system, the left brain hemisphere, the left eye, nose, ears, sinuses, and parts of the nervous systemGemstones: Azurite, Calcite, Lapis Lazuli, Sodalite, QuartzHerbs: Jasmine, Mint, Mugwort, Star AniseQualities and/or Functions: Inner vision, intuition, clairvoyance, insight, perception, imagination, concentration, peace of mind, projection of will, manifestationVerb: I seeLapis Lazuli is not only good for the Pituitary Gland but for disorders of the Thymus , as well. Pietersite stimulates the Pituitary. Also consider Azurite, Calcite, Sodalite, QuartzAndrew Pacholyk LMT, MT-BC, CAPeacefulmind.comAlternative medicine and therapiesfor healing mind, body & spirit!