A Systematic Review and Quantitative Meta ‐Analysis of Oxytocin's Effects on Feeding

ConclusionsOxytocin reduces energy intake when administered as a single dose. Oxytocin can inhibit feeding over two‐ to three‐week periods in rodent models. These effects typically do not persist beyond the third week of treatment. The anorexigenic effect of oxytocin is moderated by pregnant status, dose, method of administration, and diet composition.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Journal of Neuroendocrinology - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Tags: Review Article Source Type: research