Endocrine Abstracts

Reproductive systems of the Mongolian gerbils are controlled by the photoperiod but body weight is independent of photoperiod. Food intake has an effect on reproduction and gerbils are very sensitive about food intake. Leptin hormone has controls on both food intake and body weight. Finding a link between changes in feeding behavior and reproductive activity in relation to obesity-related issues will play an important role. In this study, three groups were established; a) food...