The activation of the parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system is associated with Select one: O A. release of epinephrine into the blood. O B. resting and digesting. O C. increased metabolic rate. O D. fight-or-flight responses. O E. intensive aerobic exercise. The hypothalamus controls the anterior pituitary by means of. Select one: A. Paracrine signaling. B. Nerve impulses. C. Prostaglandins. D. Releasing hormones. E. Gonadotropins.