In addition to secreting the hunger-triggering hormone orexin,the ________ monitors levels of the body's other appetite hormones.
A) hippocampus
B) amygdala
C) cerebellum
D) hypothalamus

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The hypothalamus is known to secrete several appetite-regulating hormones such as leptin, ghrelin, and neuropeptide Y. It also contains specialized cells called orexin neurons that secrete the hunger-triggering hormone orexin. Therefore, the hypothalamus not only secretes appetite hormones but also monitors their levels in the body. The other brain regions listed, such as the hippocampus, amygdala, and cerebellum, are not primarily involved in regulating appetite.

In Addition to Secreting the Hunger-Triggering Hormone Orexin,the ________ Monitors