According to the lipostatic theory,
A) reduced fat levels in the body are the primary cause of mealtime hunger.
B) each person has a body-fat set point.
C) maintaining fat levels in the body at homeostatic levels is a major factor in the long-term regulation of food intake.
D) all of the above
E) both B and C

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The lipostatic theory proposes that each person has a body-fat set point, which is the level of body fat that is defended by physiological regulation of food intake and energy expenditure. This theory suggests that maintaining fat levels in the body at homeostatic levels is a major factor in the long-term regulation of food intake. Lowered fat levels in the body may be detected by the brain, leading to feelings of hunger and increased food intake to restore fat stores to the set point level. Therefore, the correct answer is both B and C. A is not a correct choice as it is not the primary cause of mealtime hunger according to the lipostatic theory.

According to the Lipostatic Theory