Leptin is a hormone produced by fat tissue that suppresses hunger. It is often referred to as the "satiety hormone" as it signals to the brain that the body has had enough to eat and should stop consuming food. When leptin levels are low, the body may continue to feel hungry, even if it has already consumed enough calories, which can contribute to overeating and obesity.

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What Is Leptin

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What is leptin?

A) a hormone produced by fat (adipose) tissue
B) a hormone that suppresses hunger
C) a hormone that encourages hunger
D) a hormone produced by fat tissue that suppresses hunger
E) a hormone produced by fat tissue that encourages hunger

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