Neurobiology of Obesity with Dr. Stephan Guyenet
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Weight Loss Drugs and the Brain's Appetite and Reward Systems
Effective weight loss drugs act on both the energy homeostasis systems and reward systems, often involving combinations of drugs targeting appetite and reward. GLP1 receptor agonists show strong signals of reducing hunger and cravings, leading to significant reductions in food consumption. Neuroscience research in rodents has indicated the areas in the brain where these drugs act, despite some controversy.
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