A key effect of ghrelin that results in the stimulation of eating is to
A) cause the stomach to release less ghrelin.
B) activate CCK receptors in the brain.
C) activate NPY neurons within the hypothalamus.
D) decrease the release of NPY in the hypothalamus.
E) increase the entry of insulin into the brain.

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Ghrelin activates NPY (neuropeptide Y) neurons within the hypothalamus, which stimulates appetite and increases food intake. This is due to the fact that NPY neurons are involved in regulating hunger and feeding behavior.

A Key Effect of Ghrelin That Results in the Stimulation