The steroid hormones that participate in the control of carbohydrate, protein and lipid metabolism are the:

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Glucocorticoids, such as cortisol, are steroid hormones that control carbohydrate, protein, and lipid metabolism. They regulate glucose levels by stimulating gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis, promote protein breakdown, and increase lipid breakdown, among other functions. Progestins (A) are involved in reproductive processes. Mineralocorticoids (B) regulate salt and water balance. Estrogens (C) are primarily involved in sexual development and reproductive processes. Androgens (E) are involved in sexual development and the maintenance of male characteristics.

The Steroid Hormones That Participate in the Control of Carbohydrate