It is the master gland in the endocrine system. The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain and is about the size of a pea. It also makes hormones that help to control water balance, sleep, temperature, appetite and blood pressure. It makes hormones that increase or decrease the release of the hormones made in the pituitary gland.
The hypothalamus is located in the center of the brain. The endocrine system makes hormones that help control: Hormones are substances that act as 'messengers' to control many body functions. The endocrine system is made up of seven different glands that make chemicals called hormones.
