The hormone which is known as hunger hormone?

Q. The hormone which is known as hunger hormone?

A

Gastrin

B

Somatostatin

C

Cortisol

D

Ghrelin

Solution:

Ghrelin is widely expressed but primarily in the stomach in the adults. Ghrelin acts centrally to stimulate growth hormone secretion and food intake, and peripherally to regulate energy homeostasis.
Ghrelin is a hormone that increases appetite, and also plays a role in body weight.

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