#459: Nicky Keay, MB BChir – Hormones & Healthspan: The Endocrine System Across the Life Course
The endocrine system plays a central role in growth, development, metabolism, reproduction, and physical well-being throughout life. Hormones interact in complex networks, orchestrating a range of cri...
1 Nov 202251min
What Are Stable Isotopes? How Are Tracers Used in Nutrition Research? (Preview)
Stable isotopes have been used as tracers in human nutritional studies for many years. But what are they? Why do we use 'tracers' in nutrition studies? And what are some practical examples? A chemical...
25 Okt 202212min
#458: How Foods Impact Satiety, Hunger & Appetite
Given the negative consequences of consistent overconsumption of food (leading to a caloric surplus), having a dietary intake that is of appropriate calorie intake is an important aspect of long-term ...
18 Okt 20221h 35min
#457: Austin Robinson, PhD – Salt Sensitive vs Salt Resistant, Impacts of Sodium on Health, & Racial Differences in Risk
Hypertension (elevated blood pressure) is a condition that significantly increases the risk of several diseases and is a major cause of premature death worldwide. In the US, recent estimates suggest t...
11 Okt 20221h 9min
#456: Prof. Glenn McConell – Glucose Uptake During Exercise & Muscle Insulin Sensitivity
Exercise improves metabolic control both via increasing muscle glucose uptake during muscle contractions by insulin-independent mechanisms and by increasing skeletal muscle insulin sensitivity after p...
4 Okt 20221h 3min
#455: Jill Joyce, PhD – Improving the Diets of Tactical Populations
The term 'tactical populations' has been applied to those working in law enforcement, fire, first responders, and military. In addition to the importance of their work, the work they do itself present...
27 Sep 202247min
SNP9: AMA – Blood Pressure, LDL Lowering, PCOS & More!
In this Premium-exclusive 'Ask Me Anything' episode, Alan & Danny answer a range of listener questions. Topics include obesity rates, lowering blood pressure, cholesterol drugs, PCOS, and what issues ...
20 Sep 202215min
#454: Eric Helms, PhD – Plant or Animal Protein: Rethinking Protein & Muscle
When it comes to eating to promote muscle hypertrophy, muscle repair/recovery and maintenance of mass and function, protein has been an obvious focus. Indeed muscle mass and quality are dependent on t...
13 Sep 20221h 25min
