The region of the brain portion that controls hunger is
A
Cerebrum
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B
Cerebellum
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C
Medulla oblongata
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D
Hypothalamus
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Solution
The correct option is D Hypothalamus The region of the brain portion that controls hunger is hypothalamus. Hypothalamus is located just below the thalamus. Hypothalamus produced various type of hormones and they help in the regulation of hunger, sleep, mood, and temperature.