Within the hypothalamus are specific regions where hormones interact in producing sensations of appetite and satiety, leading to food consumption or a feeling of fullness
Healthcare professionals should assess the need to commence pharmacotherapy (or continue pharmacotherapy if commenced prior to surgery), monitor for side effects, and titrate the dose accordingly
The constant mental chatter about meals, snacks, and cravings quiets down
Cells in the muscles, fat, and liver become less sensitive to insulin, leading to higher levels of glucose (blood sugar) in the body, causing insulin resistance
Vitale SG, Fulghesu AM, Miku M, Watrowski R, DAlterio MN, Lin LT, Shah M, Reyes-Muoz E, Sathyapalan T, Angioni S