Enhanced AMPA Receptor Trafficking Mediates the Anorexigenic Effect of Endogenous Glucagon-like Peptide-1 in the Paraventricular Hypothalamus

Oct 24, 2017Neuron

Increased AMPA Receptor Movement in the Brain's Appetite Control Area May Help Natural GLP-1 Reduce Hunger

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Abstract

Stimulation of GLP-1 afferent fibers within the paraventricular nucleus (PVN) effectively suppresses food intake.

  • GLP-1-expressing neurons in the hindbrain project to the PVN, which plays a role in regulating food intake.
  • Activation of GLP-1 receptors in the PVN enhances excitatory signaling in corticotropin-releasing hormone neurons.
  • This receptor activation triggers a signaling pathway involving protein kinase A, leading to changes in AMPA receptor function.
  • Depleting GLP-1 receptors in the PVN after birth is linked to increased food intake and obesity.

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