Research
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Bioactive compounds affect appetite regulation through the central nervous system, peripheral hormones, and intestinal microbiota.
Practitioners should consider multiple pathways when addressing appetite regulation.
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Bioactive compounds influence appetite through multiple pathways: central nervous system, peripheral hormones, and intestinal microbiota.
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The claim is based on a review of existing literature.
Source
Bioactive compounds regulate appetite through the melanocortin system: a review
Yujia Niu et al. · Food & Function · 2024
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