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How Puberty Happens
15:27 - 29:26 (13:59)
The onset of puberty is controlled by neurons and hormones in the hypothalamus, specifically the release of Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). However, the average age of puberty onset has decreased over time, from 16.5 years old in 1870, to 13.5 years old by 1940.
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This podcast episode explains the process of how the 23 single strands of chromosomes from the father and the 23 single strands of chromosomes from the mother are brought together within a single cell and how the ovulatory and menstrual cycle play a role in this.
15:27 - 20:11 (04:44)
Summary
This podcast episode explains the process of how the 23 single strands of chromosomes from the father and the 23 single strands of chromosomes from the mother are brought together within a single cell and how the ovulatory and menstrual cycle play a role in this.
ChapterHow Puberty Happens
EpisodeHow to Optimize Fertility in Males & Females
PodcastHuberman Lab
The release of hormones and neurotransmitters from the brain's hypothalamus and pituitary gland triggers the onset of puberty, with the hormone leptin playing a significant role in females when enough body fat accumulates.
20:11 - 23:57 (03:46)
Summary
The release of hormones and neurotransmitters from the brain's hypothalamus and pituitary gland triggers the onset of puberty, with the hormone leptin playing a significant role in females when enough body fat accumulates.
ChapterHow Puberty Happens
EpisodeHow to Optimize Fertility in Males & Females
PodcastHuberman Lab
The onset of puberty in females has decreased significantly over the decades.
23:57 - 29:26 (05:29)
Summary
The onset of puberty in females has decreased significantly over the decades. While genetics may play a role, there may also be factors such as improved nutrition that explain earlier onset in females over time.