Pituitary Gland

Explanation

The pituitary gland, also known as the hypophysis, is located at the base of the brain, it is protected by a bony structure called the sella turica of the sphenoid bone – deep inside the head, at the level of the bridge of the nose.

• The pituitary gland:
  • Secretes hormones that regulate body balance or 'homeostasis"
  • Secretes hormones that influence other glands
  • Vital in maintaining growth
  • Vital in regulating blood pressure
  • Regulates aspects of childbirth and pregnancy
  • Stimulates production of breast milk
  • Helps regulate sex organ function in both sexes
  • Controls thyroid gland function
  • Regulates metabolism
  • Controls water and hydration regulation
  • Controls water absorption by kidneys
  • Controls temperature regulation

• Common symptoms of Imbalance: 
  • Headaches
  • Vision Problems
  • Hormonal Imbalance
  • Low Libido
  • Thyroid Problems
  • Dehydration
  • Fatigue
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Weight Issues
• Hormones Produced: Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), luteinising hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), prolactin (PRL), growth hormone (GH), melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH), oxytocin, antidiuretic hormone (ADH or vasopressin)
• There are no known emotions generated by the pituitary gland. 
• Muscle connections: Muscles of the eye
• Diurnal cycle: Not known  

If you have been guided to this page by the subconscious mind through muscle testing, it indicates a misalignment is present. 

Decoding

You’ve already identified the misalignment. Continue to Association,

Association

Ask: Is there an associated imbalance that needs to be decoded?

• If no, skip to Intention.
• If yes, return to the home page, decode and address any associated imbalance(s), then return here and repeat the above question.  

Intention

Swipe three times with a magnet or your hand on any length of the governing meridian, while holding an intention to correct the misalignment.