Ghrelin: what it is, functions and why it may be high (and how to control it)
Ghrelin is a hormone produced mainly by the stomach and is responsible for stimulating appetite, promoting the release of growth hormone (GH) and stimulating natural bowel movements. Ghrelin may be increased during fasting or in situations such as cachexia or anorexia nervosa, a disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, leading to behaviors […]
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