Biol Sex Differ May 2012 PMID 22651247

Sex differences in human adipose tissues - the biology of pear shape.

Kalypso Karastergiou, Steven R Smith, Andrew S Greenberg, Susan K Fried

Mentions

31
Peak: 2 in May 2024
across 5 sources since Jan 2020

Extended reach

43,051
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Total likes

36

Video views

95

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Jan 2020 – Apr 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall tone indicates strong interest, as posters discuss the biological mechanisms behind fat distribution differences with phrases like 'related to metabolic health' and references to historical studies. The engagement is evident in specific questions about adipocyte size and requests for further reading, showing they are actively analyzing and building on the publication's content. However, the discussions primarily reaffirm existing knowledge and curiosity rather than delivering groundbreaking insights, leading to moderate impact perception.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of sex differences in adipose tissue biology and related health implications, reflecting general agreement with the article's focus.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest, referencing historical research, current concepts, and asking for further bibliographic recommendations, showing active engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage with specific details like fat distribution, adipocyte size, and their metabolic impacts, indicating moderate depth in their discussions.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussions highlight ongoing interest and potential relevance, they do not assert the article's findings as transformative or practice-changing, resulting in a moderate impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • Women tend to have more body fat than men, but their pear-shaped fat distribution is linked to lower risks of heart disease and metabolic issues compared to the central obesity common in men.
  • Research suggests that differences in fat cell (adipocyte) size, function, and development between men and women may be influenced by factors like sex hormones, tissue environment, and developmental processes.
  • Women's gluteal-femoral fat may serve as a safe energy storage and might also play a role in regulating overall metabolism through the release of certain molecules called adipokines.]

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javierbutra
@javierbutra · X

Los depósitos de tejido adiposo blanco subcutáneo (SAT), justo debajo de la piel, almacenan ~ 80-90% de la grasa corporal total https://t.co/cYjkBz1v2T

Jan 24, 2020 · 18 likes · 2 shares · 14,353 followers View post →
Profe Claudio Nieto
@profeclaudioni1 · X

Preparando el próximo vídeo, Diferencias sexuales en la distribución de grasa: la biología de la forma de la pera para ellas vs en forma de manzana para ellos.. si tenéis recomendación de bibliografía me hacéis un gran favor !! https://t.co/q67s0OOlM8

Nov 17, 2020 · 3 likes · 14,151 followers View post →
Harmless Frog
@FrogHarmless · X

@tednaiman @raphaels7 I think OP is asking specifically about the marked sex differences in adiposity, and absence of dimorphism in fasting insulin. That's probably due to comparable adipocyte size - ie. women have more fat mass, but also proportionally more adipocytes. https://t.co/H71exk7m87 https://t.co/isBJR4xJFI

Apr 15, 2021 · 3 likes · 502 followers View post →
Biology of Sex Differences
@BiologySexDiff · X

#FlashbackFriday Authors from 2012 published a brief overview of the relationship of fat distribution to metabolic health in men and women, with a focus on mechanisms underlying #SexDifferences in adipose tissue biology. Read on: https://t.co/uYA3v85XFO

May 31, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,911 followers View post →
Charlotte L Coolidge
@C_Coolidge · X

NIH: Biology of Sex Differences 2012: Sex differences in human adipose tissues – the biology of pear shape "For the same body mass index (BMI), women typically present with ~10% higher body fat compared to men [19,20]." https://t.co/kE3uocDy5O

Jan 6, 2024 · 11,656 followers View post →
Sex Differences in the Immune System
@SexDiffImmuno · X

RT @BiologySexDiff: #FlashbackFriday Authors from 2012 published a brief overview of the relationship of fat distribution to metabolic heal…

May 31, 2024 · 1 share · 376 followers View post →

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Sex Differences in the Immune System
@SexDiffImmuno · X

RT @BiologySexDiff: #FlashbackFriday Authors from 2012 published a brief overview of the relationship of fat distribution to metabolic heal…

May 31, 2024 · 1 share · 376 followers View post →
Biology of Sex Differences
@BiologySexDiff · X

#FlashbackFriday Authors from 2012 published a brief overview of the relationship of fat distribution to metabolic health in men and women, with a focus on mechanisms underlying #SexDifferences in adipose tissue biology. Read on: https://t.co/uYA3v85XFO

May 31, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,911 followers View post →
Charlotte L Coolidge
@C_Coolidge · X

NIH: Biology of Sex Differences 2012: Sex differences in human adipose tissues – the biology of pear shape "For the same body mass index (BMI), women typically present with ~10% higher body fat compared to men [19,20]." https://t.co/kE3uocDy5O

Jan 6, 2024 · 11,656 followers View post →
Harmless Frog
@FrogHarmless · X

@tednaiman @raphaels7 I think OP is asking specifically about the marked sex differences in adiposity, and absence of dimorphism in fasting insulin. That's probably due to comparable adipocyte size - ie. women have more fat mass, but also proportionally more adipocytes. https://t.co/H71exk7m87 https://t.co/isBJR4xJFI

Apr 15, 2021 · 3 likes · 502 followers View post →
Profe Claudio Nieto
@profeclaudioni1 · X

Preparando el próximo vídeo, Diferencias sexuales en la distribución de grasa: la biología de la forma de la pera para ellas vs en forma de manzana para ellos.. si tenéis recomendación de bibliografía me hacéis un gran favor !! https://t.co/q67s0OOlM8

Nov 17, 2020 · 3 likes · 14,151 followers View post →
javierbutra
@javierbutra · X

Los depósitos de tejido adiposo blanco subcutáneo (SAT), justo debajo de la piel, almacenan ~ 80-90% de la grasa corporal total https://t.co/cYjkBz1v2T

Jan 24, 2020 · 18 likes · 2 shares · 14,353 followers View post →