______________ stimulates carbohydrate metabolism and reduces inflammation,and synthetic forms of this hormone have been used as anti-inflammatory agents.

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The hormone that stimulates carbohydrate metabolism and reduces inflammation is cortisol. Synthetic forms of cortisol, such as prednisone, have been used as powerful anti-inflammatory agents. ACTH (choice A) stimulates the release of cortisol, but does not have the same anti-inflammatory properties. Epinephrine (choice B) and aldosterone (choice C) have different functions and do not have an impact on carbohydrate metabolism or inflammation reduction.

______________ Stimulates Carbohydrate Metabolism and Reduces Inflammation,and Synthetic Forms of This