Carlos decides to go on a diet. Once he begins to lose weight, he notices that his appetite has increased and he feels hungrier. This increase may be a result of a decrease in _______________ because of his diet.
A)testosterone
B)estrogen
C)leptin
D)cholecystokinin (CCK)

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Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells that helps to regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger. When Carlos loses weight, his body fat decreases, leading to a decrease in leptin levels. This decrease in leptin makes him feel hungrier.

Carlos Decides to Go on a Diet