The water footprint is a measure of the volume of water that is polluted, evaporated, and consumed. The water footprint is examined in three groups: green, grey, and blue water footprint. The blue water footprint refers to the amount of groundwater or surface water used to create a product. The green water footprint refers to...
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological autoimmune disease. The protective sheath that covers nerve fibers is called the myelin sheath. Damage to this myelin, caused by immune system cells attacking it, leads to the development of multiple sclerosis. Symptoms of MS attacks include fatigue, numbness and tingling in the body, balance...
GASTRIC BOTOX Gastric Botox temporarily paralyzes the muscles in the stomach, delays gastric emptying, and can create a feeling of fullness. It is anticipated that patients who undergo gastric Botox will feel hunger less frequently, will be satisfied with smaller portions, and will experience a feeling of fullness more quickly. Based on this idea, it...
Asklepios is the god of healing or medicine in Greek mythology. His symbol is the staff used in the medical field, entwined with two snakes. The staff symbolizes the tree of life, while the snake represents renewal and immortality due to its ability to shed its skin. Additionally, the snake symbolizes the ethical values of...
Fermented Foods and Their Benefits on Health Human digestive systems are home to bacteria, most of which reside in the intestines. The gut microbiota plays essential roles, such as protecting the body against pathogens, regulating digestion and immune balance, and extracting nutrient components from consumed foods. Environmental factors, including diet, antibiotic use, and various illnesses,...
Emotional Hunger (Emotional Eating) is a concept that increases eating behavior in situations like stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and happiness. It is often associated with low self-esteem, feelings of inadequacy, and eating disorders. This excessive eating response observed in the face of emotions is commonly seen in obese individuals, but it has also been shown...
2022 AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR METABOLIC AND BARIATRIC SURGERY (ASMBS) AND INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION FOR THE SURGERY OF OBESITY AND METABOLIC DISORDERS (IFSO): INDICATIONS FOR METABOLIC AND BARIATRIC SURGERY The concept of pandemic has entered our lives due to the recent emergence and ongoing effects of the coronavirus outbreak. A pandemic is defined as a general term...
Glutathione is produced naturally in our bodies. It is recommended to maintain high levels of glutathione for enhancing liver metabolism, regulating the immune system, controlling inflammation, and repairing DNA. It also acts as an antioxidant. Toxic substances are neutralized by antioxidants, helping to prevent chronic diseases such as autoimmune diseases and cancer. It plays a...
Proteins are the fundamental building blocks of our body. In addition to being building blocks, many biological functions are carried out through proteins. They can also serve as an energy source in times of hunger. Obesity and metabolic surgery (bariatric surgeries) are primarily divided into two groups: volume-restrictive and malabsorptive surgeries. Both types of surgery...
Obesity surgeries have been associated with increased pregnancy rates afterward. Patients should be informed about the need to avoid pregnancy for the first year following surgery. Conceiving during the weight loss process is not recommended. Despite these warnings, early pregnancies may still occur after surgery. The health of the mother will directly impact the health...
