During the day, superchiasmatic nuclei help to raise the body temperature and increase alertness by reducing the pineal gland's secretion of ___________.

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The superchiasmatic nuclei regulate the body's circadian rhythms, including sleep-wake cycles, by controlling the production of melatonin in the pineal gland. During the day, they reduce melatonin secretion to increase alertness and raise body temperature.

During the Day, Superchiasmatic Nuclei Help to Raise the Body