The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners to stimulate dialogue on trends with great momentum to advance gerontology. The Momentum Discussions podcasts delve into various aging-related topics and features conversations with experts in the field. The podcasts explore the latest research, trends, and practical applications in gerontology, covering themes such as the impacts of aging on health, social systems, and policy. Its goal is to advance the understanding and practice of gerontology by sharing insights and innovations that can improve the quality of life for older adults and foster a better understanding of the aging process.
Episodes
Thursday May 12, 2022
Thursday May 12, 2022
Researchers have identified several molecular pathways at a cellular level, including within the mitochondria, which appear to influence both aging and age-related chronic disease. These cellular changes associated with aging are cumulatively referred to as age-associated cellular decline, or AACD. Identifying AACD risk factors and intervening with cellular nutrients earlier in the aging process, before major mobility disabilities and disease driven limitations emerge, could help improve overall healthy aging. A set of three podcast discussions from the panel of the What’s Hot on Cellular Nutrition and Its Influence on Age-Associated Cellular Decline, explores various elements of AACD and the care of older adults. This episode explores how to apply what is currently known about AACD to the care of patients and older adults in clinical practice.
Guest: Nathan K. LeBrasseur, PT, PhD
Professor and Co-Chair of Research, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mayo Clinic
Scientific Director, Office of Translation to Practice, Mayo Clinic
Co-Director, Paul F. Glenn Center for Biology of Aging Research, Mayo Clinic
Host: Roger A. Fielding, PhD
Associate Director, Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, Tufts University
Lead Scientist and Senior Scientist Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, and Sarcopenia Team, Tufts University
Professor of Nutrition Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, Tufts University
Professor of Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine
Associate Director, Boston Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center
This podcast series was developed by The Gerontological Society of America (GSA). This program has received a grant from Nestle Health Science.