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The physiological psychology of curiosity
Introduction This text is inspired by a brilliant 1976 article entitled «The physiological psychology of hunger». In it, researchers Friedman, Stricker and Edward discuss various known physiological mechanisms that regulate hunger. They argue for a shift from the brain-centered view of hunger to more ecological and systemic view where hunger and subsequent food intake are…
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The satiating effects of protein
«The mechanisms by which protein may affect satiety remain elusive.» Halton and Hu 2004 [1] “Although the immediate satiating effect of dietary fat may be comparatively weak, there is no doubt that ingested fat does inhibit feeding.” Leonhardt 2004 [2] LCHF opponents keep throwing out the same old argument, that fat is the least satiating…
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Leptin and local cellular hunger – uniting the theories
Leptin About 15 years ago the 167 amino acid peptide hormone leptin was discovered by Jeffrey M. Friedman and colleagues through work with genetic mouse models. It is primarily expressed in adipose tissue and there is thus a close correlation between the blood level of leptin and the size of the fat tissue. A small fat…
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Local cellular hunger
I once wrote a short paper about menstrual disturbances in female athletes. Menstrual disorders seem to be more prevalent in athletes than sedentary controls and more prevalent in sports emphasizing leanness. Elite athletes also have higher menarche age compared to non elite athlete controls. Menstrual disorders increase the risk of low bone mineral density, stress…
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