Animals with damage in or near the ventromedial hypothalamus gain weight:

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Damage to the ventromedial hypothalamus can cause an increase in appetite and a decrease in satiety, leading to weight gain even if the animal eats the same amount as a normal animal. This is because the ventromedial hypothalamus is involved in regulating food intake and energy expenditure. High activity levels (B) or unlimited water supplies (C) are not related to weight gain or loss. Similarly, the frequency or size of meals (D) does not affect weight gain if the animal has damage in or near the ventromedial hypothalamus.

Animals with Damage in or near the Ventromedial Hypothalamus Gain