Sally stated that recent stresses in her life are affecting her sleep and seemed to have triggered her appetite for sweets and comfort foods. Which of the following statements would be best to explain why her lack of sleep has increased her appetite?

Lack of sleep has increased the levels of ghrelin which stimulates appetite and decreases levels of leptin which decreases appetite.

Explanation:

As a result of lack of sleep, the level of ghrelin has been triggered hence, stimulating appetite and reducing the level of leptin which is responsible for decreasing the level of appetite.

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