What Factors Affect the Brain's Control of Food Intake in a Normal

question 12

Multiple Choice

What factors affect the brain's control of food intake in a normal person?

• A)Increased plasma insulin inhibits food intake
• B)The hormone leptin decreases appetite
• C)Increased body temperature decreases food intake
• D)Decreased plasma glucose concentration stimulates appetite
• E)All of the choices are correct.

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