What is adiponectin?

A. A hormone secreted by the stomach lining that enhances appetite
B. A hormone made in the hypothalamus that decreases appetite after a fatty meal
C. A hormone made in fat tissue and secreted into the circulation, where it affects the response to insulin
D. A nutrient that causes weight gain


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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