Food Intake and Adipose Tissue Metabolism

Dear Colleagues,

The things we eat have a major impact on our general health and longevity. Lipids account for nearly 40% of consumed energy, as added sugar intake steadily increases throughout the western world. Obesity rates have exceeded all previous levels according to the latest report from the World Health Organisation. Taken together, these factors indicate that an awareness of the strong relationship between dietary habits and the function of adipose tissue, is an important step towards improving general health. Whether by consuming a particular food or following a specific dietary strategy, intentionally targeting adipose tissue metabolism has important health implications. Obesity and the overall human risk of developing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis are influenced, at least in part, by food intake. To develop evidence-based dietary strategies that take a nuanced approach to regulating the activity of adipose tissue, including the secretion of adipokines, can have an important influence on general health and longevity.

In this upcoming Special Issue of Nutrients, entitled “Food Intake and Adipose Tissue Metabolism”, we welcome scientific papers that focus on a wide variety of topics, including the influence of food intake and/or adipose tissue metabolism on health. Submissions may focus on a specific food category/item or a particular diet/dietary strategy in relation to adipose tissue.

In terms of format, the Special Issue welcomes original research articles, review papers, and short communications that contribute to further understanding the complex relationship between food intake and adipose tissue metabolism.

Dr. Andres E. Carrillo
Dr. Maria Vliora
Guest Editors

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