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Brain serotonin and eating behavior.

S F Leibowitz, G Shor-Posner

    Appetite
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Serotonin in the hypothalamus reduces carbohydrate intake while sparing protein. This system opposes noradrenergic and catecholaminergic systems, influencing feeding patterns and macronutrient selection.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Neuroendocrinology
    • Behavioral Neuroscience

    Background:

    • Hypothalamic monoamine systems regulate food intake, macronutrient selection, and feeding patterns.
    • Serotonin, noradrenergic, and catecholaminergic systems play key roles in appetite control.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To elucidate the roles of hypothalamic monoamine systems in regulating macronutrient intake and feeding behavior.
    • To investigate the opposing actions of serotonin and noradrenergic systems on carbohydrate and protein intake.

    Main Methods:

    • Studies in rats examining feeding patterns and biochemical analyses.
    • Investigation of the effects of anorectic agents like fenfluramine and amphetamine.

    Main Results:

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  • Serotonin in the medial hypothalamus reduces carbohydrate intake and spares protein.
  • The alpha 2-noradrenergic system in the paraventricular nucleus potentiates carbohydrate meal size.
  • Catecholaminergic systems in the lateral hypothalamus influence protein meal initiation.

    • Conclusions:

    • Hypothalamic monoamine systems differentially regulate macronutrient intake and feeding timing.
    • Opposing actions of these systems contribute to the balance of carbohydrate and protein consumption.
    • Circadian rhythms, hormones, and nutrients interact with monoamine systems to modulate feeding behavior.