Following the Discovery of Leptin as a Key Satiety Signal

question 141

Multiple Choice

Following the discovery of leptin as a key satiety signal, what was a reason for it not leading to successful treatment for feeding behavior in obese individuals?

• A) Leptin does not cross the blood-brain barrier.
• B) Leptin treatment led to anorexia.
• C) Leptin-treated individuals turned to drugs of abuse instead of food.
• D) Most obese individuals do not have a leptin deficiency.

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