The Dairy Podcast Show - Dr. José Eduardo Santos: Fatty Acids for Repro and Metabolic Health | Ep. 160

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. José Eduardo Santos from the University of Florida breaks down how dietary fat plays a role in dairy cow health and reproduction. He discusses the physiological effects of specific fatty acids, their anti-inflammatory roles, and the evolving strategies for fresh cow nutrition. Listen now on all major platforms!

What will you learn: 

• Feeding fat strategies
• Inflammation management
• Fatty acid signaling
• Reproduction and fatty acids
• Nutrition strategy timing

Meet the guest:

Dr. José Eduardo Santos is a Research Foundation Professor at the University of Florida, holding a DVM from São Paulo State University and a Ph.D. from the University of Arizona. His work focuses on enhancing dairy efficiency, especially during the peripartum period, through integrative research in cow health, reproduction, and nutrition.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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