How excess fat triggers Inflammation and affects Health and Aging.

In this episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Peter Mancuso, PhD, MS. We will discuss how excess fat in different compartments of the body can impact local and systemic inflammation, chronic disease, and ultimately aging. We will also explore the role of different adipokines and the immune system in this process. Dr. Mancuso is an Associate Professor of Nutritional Sciences and a faculty member of the Graduate Program in Immunology at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on the impact of obesity and diabetes on pulmonary infections and systemic inflammation in chronic disease. I hope you enjoy the episode and that it sheds light on an issue that affects all of us, raising awareness of our responsibility to take care of our bodies. Reference: Mancuso P, Bouchard B. The Impact of Aging on Adipose Function and Adipokine Synthesis. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2019 Mar 11;10:137. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2019.00137. PMID: 30915034; PMCID: PMC6421296. Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctoref.rain/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/efrain.riverosperez Disclosure: The content of this podcast is purely academic in nature and is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The material discussed does not represent or reflect the views, opinions, or policies of the Medical College of Georgia, and the information presented should not be construed as medical advice or guidance. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions. I'd like to explicitly state that I have no endorsement from, affiliations with, or financial interests in any pharmaceutical companies or medical device manufacturers. Any mention of medications, devices, or treatments is made solely within the context of literature and academic discussion