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Their findings suggest that smells play a more complex role in feeding behavior and regulation of food intake than was previously understood.

Overactive brain circuit causes anorexia in animal model

Restoring the normal activity of a particular overactive brain circuit improved anorexia in an animal model of the condition.

An estrogen-activated brain circuit connects specific brain regions, providing anti-obesity benefits in an animal model.

The researchers found that each type of feeding is wired by its own independent circuit that does not influence the other type.

Study reveals key regulatory mechanism for coinciding obesity and mental disorders and suggests the possibility of pharmacological treatment.