The hypothalamus consists of several nuclei that integrate peripheral signals, such as adiposity and caloric intake, to regulate important pathways within the CNS controlling food intake.

The hypothalamus, the part of the brain that sits just above the pituitary gland, is what controls its function. The hypothalamus works similar to a meter or monitor to detect abnormalities the ...

Over 1 billion people worldwide are overweight and over 300 million are obese. The hypothalamus is the main area in the brain controlling appetite. The arcuate nucleus (ARC) in the hypothalamus ...