Endocrine glands include: 1  Adrenal glands: Two glands that sit on top of the kidneys that release the hormone cortisol. 2  Hypothalamus: A part of the lower middle brain that tells the pituitary gland when to release hormones. 3  Ovaries: The female reproductive organs that release eggs and produce sex hormones.
Quick Answer. A box of prepackaged cake mix, which usually has a best before date rather than an expiration date, can usually be used for up to 5 months past the box's printed date. This is contingent on the box being unopened and kept in a cool, dry place, such as a kitchen pantry. Continue Reading.
I use Duncan Hines, the shelf life is 2 years, new mixes have expiration dates. the older mixes had a code stamped on the box the first number would be the year the mix was made and the next 3 would be the number of days of the year. ex. 5001 would mean made january 1 2005. this mix would expire jan 1 2007.