According to the dual-center theory, where is the "stop eating" center for feeding?
A) in the lateral region of the hypothalamus
B) in the ventromedial region of the hypothalamus
C) in the area outside the lateral region of the hypothalamus that secretes neuropeptide Y
D) in the area outside the ventromedial region of the hypothalamus that secretes orexins

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According to the dual-center theory, the ventromedial region of the hypothalamus is the "stop eating" center for feeding. Lesions or damage to this region can cause hyperphagia (excessive eating) and obesity.

According to the Dual-Center Theory, Where Is the "Stop Eating