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The Neuroscience of Hunger
11:54 - 20:40 (08:46)
The AGRP neurons stimulate excessive eating and are the accelerator on eating while the Palms Sea neurons release MSH which is converted to a signal for MSH neurons, regulating body weight.
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Researchers have discovered that AGRP neurons serve as the accelerator on eating.
11:54 - 17:36 (05:42)
Appetite control
Summary
Researchers have discovered that AGRP neurons serve as the accelerator on eating. These neurons are activated by hunger and stimulate food intake, causing animals or people to eat excessively, while their activity decreases after eating, signaling satiety.
ChapterThe Neuroscience of Hunger
EpisodeHow Hormones Control Hunger, Eating & Satiety
PodcastHuberman Lab
The importance of getting morning light to synchronize the circadian rhythm, stimulate MSH and create alertness is discussed.
17:37 - 20:40 (03:02)
Circadian rhythms
Summary
The importance of getting morning light to synchronize the circadian rhythm, stimulate MSH and create alertness is discussed. It is emphasized that there is no need to blast the eyes with sunlight, but any source of UV light to the eyes can enhance the process.