Glossary
αMSH
Alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. An anorectic peptide.
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ACTH
Adreno-corticotropic hormone. Is secreted from the pituitary gland and raises metabolic rate.
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AgRP peptide
Agouti-related peptide. Is an orexigenic peptide.
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Anorectic peptide
A peptide which decreases appetite.
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Arcuate Nucleus
Located in the hypothalamus and contains leptin sensitive neurons.
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CART
Cocaine- and amphetamine-regulated transcript. An anorectic peptide.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
A form of therapy which links the sufferers thoughts with their actions. The aim is to find alternative ways of coping with negative thoughts.
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Hypothalamus
Part of the brain which has is responsible for mainatining a constant internal environment of the the body (ie. homeostasis) It has control over many essential bodily functions, such as tempearature and sleeping patterns. It has also been found to be responsible for...
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MCH
Melanin-concentrating hormone. Is an orexigenic peptide.
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Neuropeptide Y
An orexigenic peptide.