The effects of neuropeptide Y on ________ are localized within the ________.
A) eating; lateral hypothalamus
B) metabolism; lateral hypothalamus
C) eating; amygdala
D) eating; paraventricular hypothalamus
E) metabolism; arcuate hypothalamus

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Neuropeptide Y has been shown to stimulate eating and increase food intake when injected into the lateral hypothalamus. It does not have a significant effect on metabolism. The other brain regions listed (amygdala, paraventricular hypothalamus, arcuate hypothalamus) may also play a role in regulating eating behavior, but the effects of neuropeptide Y are primarily localized within the lateral hypothalamus.

The Effects of Neuropeptide Y on ________ Are Localized Within