Crossfit Level 3 - Beyond Calories (PDF) (JOURNAL) (D5) Flashcards
1
Q
The “mesolimbic” pathway is also known as what?
A
“reward” pathway.
2
Q
What is the mesolimbic pathway made up of?
A
- nucleus accubens (NA)
- ventral tegmental area (VTA)
3
Q
The VTA (ventral tegmental area) is a site of what and what does it tell us?
A
- Dopaminergic nuerons
- it tells us whether an activity is rewarding or not
4
Q
The amygdala puts value on what?
A
Puts value on experiences.
5
Q
The hypothalmus plays a major role in what?
A
Hunger and satiety.
6
Q
What 2 hormones does the hypothalmus interact with?
A
- ghrelin
- leptin
7
Q
Ghrelin is produced where?
A
Produced in the stomach
8
Q
Ghrelin is the driver of what?
A
Driver of hunger and food intake.
9
Q
Leptin is produced where?
A
In the andipose tissue or fat cells.
10
Q
Leptin suppresses what?
A
Suppresses appetite.
