health ๐ฌ Obesity's Immune Changes Might Be Reversible
Obesity is known to alter the immune system, affecting nearly 1 in 5 adults in Germany by increasing proinflammatory monocytes. Ulf Wagner reported that these obesity-related monocyte changes can largely return to normal after bariatric surgery and significant weight loss. A study of 111 obese participants showed they lost an average of 44.5 kg within one year after surgery. This finding suggests a common mechanism linking obesity inflammation and rheumatoid arthritis, potentially reducing cancer risk. Future research will test if RA anti-inflammatory drugs can also improve metabolism in obese patients. ๐ฌ