Which substance is secreted primarily by the stomach cells and promotes eating and weight gain by increasing smell sensitivity, stimulating appetite, and promoting efficient energy storage?

a. lipoprotein lipase
b. serotonin
c. leptin
d. ghrelin
e. CCK


Answer: d. ghrelin

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