Understanding Gastrointestinal Hormones

What is the main trigger for the release of Glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide (GIP)?

• Stress

• Sleep

• Fatty foods or sugar-rich foods

• Physical exercise

Where does Glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide (GIP) mainly act?

• Brain

• Pancreas

• Liver

• Stomach

Which hormone prevents the release of Glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide?

• Somatostatin

• Cortisol

• Adrenaline

• Insulin

What is the primary function of Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1)?

• Suppresses appetite

• Encourages the release of insulin

• Increases glucagon release

• Decreases insulin release

What effect does Peptide YY have on appetite?

• Increases only sugar cravings

• Decreases appetite

• Increases appetite

• No effect on appetite

Which hormone is known as the 'hunger hormone'?

• Insulin

• Glucagon

• Ghrelin

• Leptin

What is the effect of Neuropeptide Y (NPY) on food intake?

• Only increases protein intake

• Stimulates food intake

• Decreases food intake

• Has no effect on food intake

What does Motilin trigger in the gastrointestinal tract?

• Decrease in bile production

• Muscle contractions in the small intestine

• Increase in nutrient absorption

• Decrease in muscle contractions

Which hormone is increased in patients with Prader-Willi syndrome?

• Glucagon

• Peptide YY

• Ghrelin

• Insulin

What is the primary action of GLP-1 analogues like Liraglutide?

• Decreasing insulin sensitivity

• Treatment of diabetes

• Treatment of obesity

• Increasing glucagon production