When leptin binds with receptors in the hypothalamus, this:
A)increases the reward value of food
B)lowers the reward value of food
C)increases the reward value of sexual activity
D)decreases the reward value of sexual activity

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Leptin is a hormone released by fat cells that regulates appetite and metabolism. When it binds with receptors in the hypothalamus, it signals the brain that the body has enough energy stored and reduces hunger, resulting in a lower reward value of food. It does not have any known effect on sexual activity.

When Leptin Binds with Receptors in the Hypothalamus, This