Which of the following brain structures has been implicated in monitoring glucose levels and food intake?
A)The amygdala
B)The hypothalamus
C)The hippocampus
D)The thalamus

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The hypothalamus has been implicated in monitoring glucose levels and food intake through the secretion of various hormones such as insulin and glucagon. It also plays a role in regulating appetite and satiety through the release of neuropeptides. The amygdala is involved in emotional processing and the formation of memories related to emotions, the hippocampus is involved in memory formation and the thalamus is a sensory relay center in the brain.

Which of the Following Brain Structures Has Been Implicated in Monitoring