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Neuropeptides intermediate

NPY Central Effects

Central NPY effects on feeding, energy balance, and stress response.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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NPY Central Effects

Overview

Central NPY effects on feeding, energy balance, and stress response.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameNPY Central Effects

Mechanism of Action

Hypothalamic NPY potently stimulates feeding and reduces sympathetic tone.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameNPY Central Effects
CategoryNeuropeptides

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