The hormone 'Ghrelin' is produced by P/D1 cells in the fundic glands and is primarily involved in:
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Correct answer: Stimulating hunger and appetite
Ghrelin is known as the 'hunger hormone.' It is secreted by enteroendocrine cells in the stomach during fasting states to signal the brain to increase food intake.
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