Course description

he Hormones and Adipose Tissue Certificate Course provides a comprehensive overview of the endocrine functions of adipose tissue and its interactions with systemic hormonal regulation. Once considered merely a fat storage site, adipose tissue is now recognized as a dynamic endocrine organ that secretes bioactive molecules — known as adipokines — which influence appetite control, insulin sensitivity, lipid metabolism, inflammation, and energy expenditure.

This course delves into key adipose-derived hormones such as leptin, adiponectin, resistin, visfatin, and ghrelin, explaining their physiological roles and their implications in conditions like obesity, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Learners will also explore how nutrition, physical activity, and metabolic signals interact with adipose hormones to maintain body homeostasis.

Through evidence-based content and clinical perspectives, this program bridges the gap between endocrinology, nutrition, and metabolic science, equipping participants with the knowledge to understand and apply hormonal concepts in both health and disease contexts

What will i learn?

• Describe the structure and physiological functions of adipose tissue.
• Identify key hormones secreted by adipose tissue (adipokines) and their systemic roles.
• Explain how adipose hormones influence metabolism, appetite, and energy regulation.
• Understand the hormonal mechanisms underlying obesity and metabolic disorders.
• Understand the hormonal mechanisms underlying obesity and metabolic disorders.
• pply hormonal and nutritional concepts to interpret case studies related to metabolic health.

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