A scientist wants to develop a medication that safely reduces hunger to help obese people lose weight.Based on this information,this researcher will explore ways to stimulate the production,release,or action of ________.

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CCK (cholecystokinin) is a hormone that is released by the small intestine in response to food intake and helps to reduce hunger. Stimulating the production or release of CCK could help in reducing hunger and thus aid in weight loss efforts. Polyesterase and aldosterone are not related to hunger and ghrelin is a hormone that increases hunger, so it would not be a good target for this medication.

A Scientist Wants to Develop a Medication That Safely Reduces