How immunity impacts your menopause – with Dr Jenna Macciochi

How is the immune system linked to the menopause? Immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi joins Liz to reveal the crucial role our immune system plays in how we age and how we experience this transition.Jenna explains why we need to broaden our definition of our immune system to improve our health span, and walks Liz through the knock-on impact changing hormones can have on the immune system. They also take a look at the science of inflammaging and senescent cells.Plus, expect practical information on how to best support your immune system as you move through menopause (and beyond).Links mentioned in the episode:Immune to Age: The game-changing science of lifetime health by Dr Jenna Macciochi A Better Second Half by Liz EarleHave a question for Liz? Send a WhatsApp message or voicenote to 07518 471846, or email us at [email protected] for the chance to be featured on the showPlease note, on some occasions, we earn revenue if you click the links and buy the products, but we never allow this to bias our coverage and always honestly review. For more information please read our Affiliate Policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.