If you’ve ever wondered why you never seem to get any taller while your friends are regularly growing out of their clothes, why your skin always breaks out in spots when you want to look your best and why you’re always hungry no matter how much you eat, you need look no further than your hormones. But what exactly are hormones, and why do they seem intent on interfering in your life?
In simple terms, hormones are chemical molecules that act like an internal postal service. These specialised proteins carry vital messages around the body via the bloodstream – thanks to the circulatory system and a strong, beating heart – to their target cells, where they give out clear instructions.