Lesions to particular areas of the _____ may lead to a loss of control over food intake,resulting in either obesity or starvation.
A)thalamus
B)hypothalamus
C)hippocampus
D)amygdala

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The hypothalamus plays a critical role in regulating hunger and satiety, as well as other physiological functions such as body temperature and sleep. Lesions to the hypothalamus can disrupt these regulatory mechanisms, resulting in either an increase or decrease in food intake.

Lesions to Particular Areas of the _____ May Lead to a Loss