If a patient has elevated leptin levels but still experiences overeating, which consequence follows?

💡 Explanation

Leptin normally signals satiety to the hypothalamus, but consistently high levels can desensitize receptors. Because of this leptin resistance, the brain no longer responds appropriately to the hormone's signal; therefore, overeating continues rather than being suppressed.

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