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The effect of light on appetite in healthy young individuals

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Appetite is controlled by a complex mechanism of hormones, neurotransmitters and neuropeptides both centrally or peripherally within the body. Few studies have demonstrated the effect of light in human subjects in modulating appetite. Light has been associated with a reduction in leptin Light also influences melatonin which has been reported to be involved in appetite control in animals The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of light on appetite prior to and after a set meal in healthy subjects.

Source: Proceedings of The Nutrition Society

DOI: 10.1017/s0029665115000191

Authors: M. AlBreiki, B. Middleton, J. Ebajemito, S. Hampton

Institution: University of Surrey

Language: English

Topic: Regulation of Appetite and Obesity

Subfield: Endocrine and Autonomic Systems

Field: Neuroscience

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W1984052829