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From Fire to Freezers: The History of Eating
From mammoth hunters drying meat over open fires to today’s industrial food systems, the story of what we eat is deeply tied to human innovation. In this Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture, Stanley Chodorow, Emeritus Professor of History at UC San Diego, traces this history by showing how food preservation began out of necessity.…
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How Diet and Exercise Can Help Manage Prostate Cancer
When it comes to managing prostate cancer, lifestyle matters. UCSF researchers June Chan and Stacey Kenfield present key takeaways that emphasize the benefits of diet and exercise for men living with prostate cancer. Drawing on growing scientific evidence, they explain how regular physical activity—including resistance training and high-intensity interval workouts—can significantly reduce the risk of…
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Unlocking the Future of Aging
What if the key to longevity is already within us? In a fascinating talk, Michael J. Corley, Ph.D., dives into cutting-edge research on aging, the role of ancient viruses in our DNA, and how simple lifestyle changes can have a profound impact on our health. Dr. Corley explores the intricate connection between our gut microbiome…
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Diabetes and You
According to the National Diabetes Statistics Report of 2017, 9.4% of the U.S. population has diabetes – that’s over 30 million people. It’s likely someone close to you is living with diabetes. Do you have the most current information? In this series expert UCSF faculty cover diabetes from basics to advanced concepts, providing an overview…
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Why Diets Don’t Work, and What Does
Diets make bold claims: drop 15 pounds in four weeks! Shed that stubborn belly fat! Get the abs you’ve always wanted! But, for most people, diets just don’t work. In fact, studies show the vast majority of dieters who do lose weight end up right back where they started, or even heavier, after five years.…