What is the hypothalamus?
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Discovery Health answered:The hypothalamus is an area of the brain's limbic system. It handles bodily functions such as breathing, emotional responses, feelings of hunger and sexual satisfaction. The hypothalamus keeps tabs on the central nervous system and communicates responses, for instance, deciding to release hormones when puberty should begin, cueing hunger pangs when you need to eat and triggering endorphins after different stimuli.
The hypothalamus is an area of the brain's limbic system. It handles bodily functions such as breathing, emotional responses, feelings of hunger and sexual satisfaction. The hypothalamus keeps tabs on the central nervous system and communicates... More -
Healthwise answered:The hypothalamus is a region of the brain that regulates sleep cycles, body temperature, pituitary gland activity, and other autonomic nervous system functions.
When the hypothalamus malfunctions, thyroid problems, cluster headaches, and sleeping, eating, or reproductive problems may result.
The hypothalamus is a region of the brain that regulates sleep cycles, body temperature, pituitary gland activity, and other autonomic nervous system functions. When the hypothalamus malfunctions, thyroid problems, cluster headaches, and sleeping,... More
