thebakingtist OP t1_is8geec wrote on October 14, 2022 at 1:36 AM

Reply to comment by kreeptology in What is going on biochemically that makes us "feel full" with protein... moreso than carbohydrates/sugars and fats? by thebakingtist

Oooh never heard of those. What are some of those hormones' roles?

kreeptology t1_is8pih5 wrote on October 14, 2022 at 2:45 AM

Leptin and Ghrelin are hormones that have a role in energy balance. Leptin is made by adipose cells in the small intestine and decreases appetite by inhibiting hunger so it is impactful in inducing weight loss. Ghrelin is produced by cells in the stomach and increases the drive the eat and so is also sometimes referred to as “hunger hormone”