About this Research Topic
In today's modern environment, there has been a global increase in energy intake and a decrease in energy expenditure, leading to a rise in body weight and obesity rates. Multiple environmental factors contribute to this phenomenon, including chronic stress, sedentary lifestyles, easy access to high-calorie foods, and lack of physical activity. This Research Topic aims to explore the impacts of these environmental parameters on decision-making related to feeding behavior, exercise, and energy expenditure, with a focus on preclinical and clinical data.
The goal of this Research Topic is to delve into the intricate relationship between feeding behavior, energy expenditure, and their neural correlates. We aim to address the underlying mechanisms that influence decision-making processes regarding food intake, exercise engagement, and energy expenditure. By gaining a better understanding of the neural circuits and pathways involved in these behaviors, we can identify potential therapeutic targets for preventing and managing obesity.
The focus of the Research Topic includes, but is not limited to:
-The neurobiology of feeding behavior and its regulation
-Neural mechanisms underlying energy expenditure and exercise motivation
-Impact of environmental factors on feeding decisions
-Contributions of stress and emotional states to feeding behavior and energy expenditure
-Preclinical and clinical studies examining brain regions involved in food intake and energy balance
We invite authors to submit original research articles, reviews, perspectives, and opinion pieces that contribute to our understanding of the neural underpinnings of feeding behavior and energy expenditure from a neuroscience perspective. Manuscripts should provide novel insights, propose future directions, and present evidence-based strategies for addressing the challenges related to obesity in our modern environment.
The goal of this Research Topic is to delve into the intricate relationship between feeding behavior, energy expenditure, and their neural correlates. We aim to address the underlying mechanisms that influence decision-making processes regarding food intake, exercise engagement, and energy expenditure. By gaining a better understanding of the neural circuits and pathways involved in these behaviors, we can identify potential therapeutic targets for preventing and managing obesity.
The focus of the Research Topic includes, but is not limited to:
-The neurobiology of feeding behavior and its regulation
-Neural mechanisms underlying energy expenditure and exercise motivation
-Impact of environmental factors on feeding decisions
-Contributions of stress and emotional states to feeding behavior and energy expenditure
-Preclinical and clinical studies examining brain regions involved in food intake and energy balance
We invite authors to submit original research articles, reviews, perspectives, and opinion pieces that contribute to our understanding of the neural underpinnings of feeding behavior and energy expenditure from a neuroscience perspective. Manuscripts should provide novel insights, propose future directions, and present evidence-based strategies for addressing the challenges related to obesity in our modern environment.
Keywords: Obesity, Feeding behavior, Energy expenditure, Neural correlates, Environmental factors
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