Appetite Regulation Theories

Appetite regulation theories explore how our bodies control hunger and the desire to eat. Key theories include the homeostatic model, which suggests that our body maintains energy balance by signaling hunger when energy is low and satiety when full. The hedonic model focuses on the pleasure of eating, emphasizing how emotions and environmental cues can drive our appetite beyond mere energy needs. Similarly, the dual-control model combines both aspects, highlighting that our eating behavior is influenced by biological signals and psychological factors, such as stress or social settings, creating a complex system that governs our eating habits.