What Is the Pituitary Gland?

What is the pituitary gland, and what does the pituitary do?

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0:00 The pituitary explained 
0:10 What is the pituitary? 
2:53 Pituitary gland functions 
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Today we’re going to talk about what the pituitary is and what it does. The pituitary is part of the endocrine system. 

The pituitary receives data and adapts various functions of the body to your environment to make sure you stay at a certain constant. This has to do with something called homeostasis, the ability to be stable within your environment. For example, if it’s cold, your body is going to pick up information and adapt to the cold. 

The hypothalamus sends down a plan (various reactions for various situations) to the pituitary. The pituitary acts similarly to a manager in a business, coordinating employees to get certain things done and making sure those things get done. 

The pituitary has a front part called the anterior and a back part called the posterior. 

The anterior part of the pituitary gland is involved with: 
• The thyroid (the release of the thyroid hormone)
• The adrenal (the release of cortisol and other hormones)
• The gonads (the release of hormones from the ovaries or the testicles)
• Prolactin (is involved in lactation)
• The liver (is involved with growth hormone and IGF1)
• Enkephalins and endorphins (are involved with decreasing pain)

The posterior part of the pituitary gland is involved with:
• Oxytocin (is involved with the release of breastmilk and the contraction of the uterus)
• Vasopressin (is involved with the retention of fluid in the kidney)

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand the pituitary gland.

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[theoracleofniquita]

I've had a pituatory tumor so it's great to hear your cover this so well and in layman's terms so everyone can get it. Much love to you & your wife for doing such great work for humanity

[SaraFetene]

I had a pituitary tumor & so the entire gland was removed years ago. This was helpful in understanding my treatment plan. My doctors never really broke it down to me like this. Thanks!

[TheJigargosha]

Hi Doctor please make a video on Pituitary Gland, for better Funtion, vitamins and Minerals for Pituitary gland. thx

[curtiszambrano]

Yee a video on the pineal gland would be awesome

[tuyl]

Such a complex mechanism explained in such simple terms....too good usual

[SavannahCrawford-ep]

Can you do an appointment update on this video about what happens when you have a pituitary tumor & how it can possibly affect all these functions? PLEEAASSEEE!!! Love your videos.

[mojabunni]

It would be cool if you made a course kind of like the immune system course, but focused on the nervous system and how to create wellness from a nutrition and lifestyle standpoint. (Ie. Not mental health, but the physical health of the nervous system that would improve mental health)

[mysty]

Please now cover Pituitary Tumors like Prolactinomas, thank you and appreciate it <3

[verseau]

Off topic here but just had to share. Today I noticed that a strange little growth/nodule that has been on the back side of my knee (and made me worry for years that it could be cancerous) just disappeared! I’m sure it’s thanks to your healthy keto and Intermittent Fasting advice!! It’s just gone.

It was in a place where I could never get a good look at it but I’ve been worried for years! Now it’s just plain gone without a trace.

Keto and IF forever!! Dr Berg should get a Nobel Peace Prize!

[richieduck]

Thanks Dr Berg friend just had a tumour removed from his pitituitary gland he is still recovering after an extended stay in hospital

[seemamaharana]

So calmly and simply explained! Thanks, Dr.Berg! Love your videos!

[missstacey]

Hello Dr. Berg! Thank you for your awesome work, it’s been a great help. Could you please make a video about hyperprolactinemia and prolactinomas?

[sweatthebodyconditioning]

Amazing topic doctor.. salute and thanks from india

[teddybear]

Brilliant Correlation. Thank You Dr Eric...

[doppleganger]

Hello Dr. Berg. Thanks for covering this topic. My younger brother had most of his pituitary gland removed due to tumor on his optic nerve back in 2010. His condition was called craniopharyngioma. He had two open skull surgeries and eventually had to be treated via proton therapy. He has fully recovered now but at the expense of his pituitary gland. He now has to take steroids like hydrocortisone and minrin for hormones. It would be great if you can shed some light on his condition and how we can improve his situation.

[lindseycarlile]

Dr. Berg, please do a video about pituitary adenomas. 10 years ago I gained 30 pounds in 3 months, my period stopped and I was very swollen in my face. I was diagnosed with a microadenoma and my prolactin levels were high. I never had it removed but no matter how hard I try or how strict I keto I can’t lose much weight. I would so appreciate your ideas of what I need to do. My doctor just told me to watch my calories and gave me a bogus eating plan and offered to prescribe me phentermine 🤦‍♀️

[jasmeetsingh]

Dr. Eric, Thanks for this video. Its very informative as is with all your other videos. I would like to know your thoughts about the medical condition, Empty Sella (Herniation of CSF into the sella with flattening of the pituitary gland) and about the possible healing treatments and foods for healing the pituitary. Thanks.

[antoniobragah]

As always, Dr. berg you never fail to impress with your knowledge and informing us of the body, thanks a lot !

[LillianLouiseInNature]

Dr. Berg, you are very excellent at explaining so most people can learn and apply the facts you teach. I know you study a lot. Thank you so much for all of your videos. ❤🎉