Nutrition & Immunity: How Your Diet Shapes Your Health

In this episode, we will discuss the important role of nutrition in our immunity and health, how what we eat influences our response to disease, and what we can do to improve our defenses. Our guest today is Dr. Philip Calder, BSc(Hons), PhD, DPhil, RNutr, FRSB, FAfN. He is the Head of Human Development & Health and Professor of Nutritional Immunology at Southampton University in England. His research focuses on the nutritional modulation of immunity, inflammation, and cardiometabolic disease risk. Much of his work has been devoted to exploring the metabolism and functionality of fatty acids, with an emphasis on the roles of omega-3 fatty acids. Dr. Calder has over 700 scientific publications and is listed as a Highly Cited Researcher. He has also received several awards in related fields. Enjoy! Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctoref.rain/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/efrain.riverosperez Reference: Calder PC. Nutrition and immunity: lessons for COVID-19. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2021 Sep;75(9):1309-1318. doi: 10.1038/s41430-021-00949-8. Epub 2021 Jun 23. PMID: 34163017; PMCID: PMC8220366. 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.