Hypothalamus

The hypothalamus is a section of the brain responsible for the production

of many of the bodys essential hormones, chemical substances that help
control different cells and organs
The hormones from the hypothalamus govern physiologic functions such
as temperature regulation, thirst, hunger, sleep, mood, sex drive, and the
release of other hormones within the body. This area of the brain houses
the pituitary gland and other glands in the body.
Although this portion of the brain is small in size, it is involved in many
necessary processes of the body including behavioral, autonomic
(involuntary or unconscious), and endocrine functions, such as metabolism
and growth and development.
The hypothalamus' primary function is homeostasis, which is to maintain
the body's status quo system-wide
The hypothalamus uses a set-point to regulate the body's systems,
including electrolyte and fluid balance, body temperature, blood pressure,
and body weight. It receives inputs from the body, then makes the proper
changes if anything differentiates from this set-point. The set-point can
temporarily change, but remains remarkably fixed from day-to-day