Which of the following hormones regulates the basal metabolic rate?

The correct answer is Thyroid Hormones.

Key Points

• Thyroid hormones, mainly thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), are crucial for regulating the basal metabolic rate (BMR).
• They play an essential role in metabolism, influencing the rate at which the body uses energy.
• Thyroid hormones help control the body's temperature, heart rate, and how the body converts food into energy.
• They are produced by the thyroid gland, located in the neck.

Important Points

• The thyroid gland is regulated by the pituitary gland, which produces thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).
• Imbalance in thyroid hormone levels can lead to conditions like hypothyroidism (low levels) or hyperthyroidism (high levels).
• Thyroid hormones are vital for normal growth and development, particularly in children.
• The iodine in our diet is essential for the production of thyroid hormones.

Additional Information

• Peptide Hormone: Peptide hormones are made of amino acids and include hormones like insulin and growth hormone. 
• Vasopressin Hormone: Also known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH), vasopressin regulates water balance in the body by controlling the amount of water reabsorbed by the kidneys. 
• Oxytocin Hormone: Oxytocin is involved in various processes such as childbirth and lactation. It plays a role in social bonding but is not involved in regulating BMR.