1. They stimulate - glueoneogenesis, lipolysis and proteolysis and inhibit the cellular uptake and utilization of amino acids.
2. Cortisol the main glucocorticoid is involved in maintaining cardiovascular system, kidney functions, anti - inflammatory reactions, supression of the immune response, stimulation of RBC production (erythropoiesis). Under production/ secretion/ hyper condition of the adrenal cortex changes the carbohydrate metabolism resulting in acute weakness and fatigue. This disease/ condition is called Addison’s disease.
