Endocrinology Jargon

adjective relating to or characteristic of body fluids, especially blood

• The humoral theory of medicine posits that bodily health is determined by the balance of four humors.
• Some people believe in the humoral theory of medicine, where your health depends on the balance of different bodily fluids.
• I don't buy into that whole humoral theory stuff, it sounds like pseudoscience to me.
• In a figurative sense, the humoral balance of a person's emotions can greatly impact their overall well-being.

adjective relating to the period after a meal, especially dinner

• The doctor recommended monitoring blood sugar levels in the postprandial period.
• It's important to check your blood sugar after eating.
• Gotta keep an eye on your blood sugar after chowing down.
• Just like a ship needs to navigate through rough waters, our bodies navigate through postprandial changes.