04 Sep 2023 --- Impaired connections in obese people between the dorsolateral hippocampus (dlHPC) and the lateral hypothalamus (LH) may impact their ability to control or regulate eating habits or emotional responses when anticipating rewarding meals or treats, according to a new study. The disrupted connections between memory and appetite-regulating brain circuits were increased in people with a higher body mass index (BMI) and patients who suffer from disorders or overeating that can lead to obesity, such as binge eating disorder (BED).
