Crocodile Fern. We love this fern's interesting texture. The bright green fronds have a decidedly reptilian look and it's not tough to see where the common name comes from. It makes a bold statement: At maturity, each frond can reach 3 feet long.
The pancreas lies beneath the stomach and is connected to the small intestine at the duodenum (see digestive system). The pancreas contains enzyme producing cells that secrete two hormones. The two hormones are insulin and glucagon. Insulin and glucagon are secreted directly into the bloodstream, and together, they regulate the level of glucose in the blood.
The pancreas has two main functions. It produces substances called enzymes that aid in the digestion of fats, carbohydrates and proteins. It also produces hormones that regulate different functions of the body. The two main hormones produced by the pancreas are insulin and glucagon. Insulin lowers blood sugar levels while glucagon raises blood sugar levels. These two hormones work together to maintain the proper level of sugar in the blood.