Did You Know!
Your Fat Tissue Actually Talks to Your Brain
Most people think fat tissue just stores energy, but adipose tissue is a powerful endocrine organ. It releases its own hormones—called adipokines—that send messages to the brain about hunger, inflammation, and even mood.
In seniors, changes in these adipokines can affect:
- Appetite
- Blood pressure
- Memory and cognition
- Insulin sensitivity
So fat tissue literally communicates with your brain every day.
