Complementary Roles of Orexin and Melanin-Concentrating Hormone in Feeding Behavior

Transcribed within the lateral hypothalamus, the neuropeptides orexin/hypocretin (OX) and melanin-concentrating hormone (MCH) both promote palatable food intake and are stimulated by palatable food. While these two neuropeptides share this similar positive relationship with food, recent evidence sug...

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Main Authors: Jessica R. Barson, Irene Morganstern, Sarah F. Leibowitz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2013-01-01
Series:International Journal of Endocrinology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/983964
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