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Leptin

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Leptin
A protein hormone that affects feeding behavior and hunger in humans. At present it is thought that obesity in humans may result in part from insensitivity to leptin.
Mentioned in: Obesity
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Over time, as the body weight increases, people become resistant to the effects of the hormone leptin, which is linked to weight and appetite.
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