Insulin and growth hormones play essential roles in regulating the anabolic process. Insulin, a hormone released by the pancreas, primarily promotes glucose uptake and utilization by cells, thus encouraging anabolic processes, such as glycogen synthesis and protein synthesis. Insulin also inhibits catabolic pathways, preventing the breakdown of stored energy reserves.
Growth hormone, secreted by the pituitary gland, stimulates anabolism by promoting the synthesis of proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates, primarily in muscle and bone tissues. It also enhances the mobilization of fatty acids from adipose tissue, providing additional energy for anabolic processes. Together, insulin and growth hormones create a favorable environment for growth, repair, and energy storage within the body.