One factor in hunger seems to be the increase in __________ released from the pancreas, which causes blood sugar levels to eventually drop several hours after we eat

FIll in the blank with correct word.

Answer: insulin
Rationale: Insulin, a hormone secreted by the pancreas, helps cells store this circulating glucose for future use. As insulin levels rise in response to consumption of a meal, hunger decreases—but so do glucose levels, which eventually leads to hunger again a few hours later.