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An intestional hormone that is released in response to certain types of food. Secreted by spescialized endocrine cells (G cells) of the stomach mucosa in response to food entry. Increases acid secretion by stomach parietal cells
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Gastrin
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Hunger supressing hormone
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Leptin
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Stimulates appetite, growth hormone secretion, and produces weight gain.
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ghrelin
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A series of coordinated contractions that propel food along the gastrointestinal tract.
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peristalsis
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The lining of the small intestine
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Mucosa
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