Satiety Center

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Description

The Satiety Center is an area within the Hypothalamus.

 

These Substances Regulate the Satiety Center

Hormones

 Cholecystokinin (CCK) sends Appetite-suppressing messages to the Brain:

 CCK affects the quantity of food consumed at meals.  As food accumulates in the Stomach and upper Small Intestines, CCK is released, influencing the Satiety Center of the Hypothalamus (causing Satiety or suppressed Appetite).

 

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