How does hunger affect growth hormone levels?

I can find no evidence that hunger is directly related to growth hormone (GH) levels, but have noted that growth hormone is related to insulin levels, which are of course influenced by what you eat and drink. read more

I can find no evidence that hunger is directly related to growth hormone (GH) levels, but have noted that growth hormone is related to insulin levels, which are of course influenced by what you eat and drink. Hunger strongly correlates to insulin levels, so the link is essentially part of a complex feedback mechanism. read more

Well, let me introduce you to some hormones that do just those things: the "hunger hormones," leptin and ghrelin. Leptin is a hormone, made by fat cells, that decreases your appetite. Ghrelin is a hormone that increases appetite, and also plays a role in body weight. read more