What is the role of the hypothalamus in hunger and satiety?

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The hypothalamus contains hunger and satiety centers that are sensitive to neuropeptides, such as ghrelin and leptin, which signal hunger and fullness respectively. The hypothalamus also plays a role in regulating metabolism and energy balance. A is incorrect because the hypothalamus does produce leptin, but not at abnormally high levels, and leptin actually signals the brain to decrease hunger. C is incorrect because while cholecystokinin does play a role in appetite regulation, it is produced by the duodenum (part of the small intestine), not the hypothalamus.

What Is the Role of the Hypothalamus in Hunger and Satiety