The nerve signals and chemical messengers associated with hunger ...

[jeatrice]

The nerve signals and chemical messengers associated with hunger originate and act primarily in the brain structure called the ___________________ _.
 
  Fill in the blank with correct word

Question 2

____________________ refers to the energy (kcalories) consumed from foods and beverages compared with the energy expended through metabolic processes and physical activities.
 
  Fill in the blank with correct word

[djpooyouma]

Answer to Question 1

hypothalamus

Answer to Question 2

Energy balance

[jeatrice]

Great answer, keep it coming

[Jsherida]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it