Ketogenesis and Fasting: Fuel for the Brain

Everybody (and every body) is unique. Genetics, metabolism, environment and routine all play a role in determining a person's weight. But staying healthy isn’t always easy in the best of times, and the COVID pandemic has caused many of us to exercise much less than during previous years. In this timely discussion, a diverse panel of UC San Diego experts in weight management, psychology, cardiology, and cellular research provide insights into how to maintain a healthy weight. The Challenges of Weight Control: What if Your Diet Doesn't Work Eduardo Grunvald, MD Weight Management and the Brain William Perry, PhD Balancing Energy Metabolism: Molecular Insights Alan R. Saltiel, PhD Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss and Improved Cardiovascular Health Pam R. Taub, MD, FACC Series: "UC San Diego Health Talks" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37763]

Can virtual classes help seniors with fall prevention and staying fit? What are the impacts of diet on inflammation and mental health? Jeanne Nichols, PhD, and Mark Rapaport, MD, detail their respective work in mental and physical well-being. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37593]