Hunger Hormones Explained
Ghrelin, a hormone released from the GI tract, plays a crucial role in stimulating hunger by activating specific neurons in the brain. It acts like a hormonal clock, prompting cravings at certain times of day, especially when glucose levels drop. This fascinating interplay between hormones and neural pathways reveals how our bodies anticipate food, reminiscent of Pavlov's experiments with conditioned responses.In this clip
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How Our Hormones Control Our Hunger, Eating & Satiety | Huberman Lab Podcast #16
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What is ghrelin's role in the body as explained in the Huberman Lab Podcast episode "How Our Hormones Control Our Hunger, Eating & Satiety | Huberman Lab Podcast #16" and the clip "Hormones and Appetite"?
What is ghrelin's role in the body as explained in the Huberman Lab Podcast episode How Our Hormones Control Our Hunger, Eating & Satiety | Huberman Lab Podcast #16 and the clip Hormones and Appetite?
What role does ghrelin play in hunger?