Gallstone formation in the gallbladder can develop due to various reasons. Obesity is an independent risk factor for the formation of gallstones. In other words, gallstones are more commonly seen in obese individuals. After obesity surgery, the frequency of gallstone formation increases with weight loss. The risk of developing gallstones after obesity surgery is approximately...
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...
GASTRIC BOTOX Obesity continues to be a serious health issue that is increasingly prevalent worldwide. Research is ongoing into various surgical techniques, drug treatments, and non-surgical endoscopic methods for controlling obesity. According to our current scientific data, surgical interventions remain the most effective and long-lasting treatment option for obesity. Botulinum toxin is a toxin produced...
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...
The prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide and has become a significant public health issue in many countries. Surgical treatment for obese patients is an accepted treatment strategy globally. Hair loss is a common complication following obesity surgery. Studies have shown that approximately half of the patients after obesity surgery experience hair loss (57%). It...
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 is a global epidemic that negatively affects individuals’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial well-being. The number of people affected by this epidemic is steadily increasing. Obesity has been linked to diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, urinary incontinence, and various cancers. In addition to these diseases, it can also lead to sexual problems. Studies exist that indicate...
Dumping syndrome occurs as a result of the rapid passage of food into the small intestine. It can be seen after obesity surgeries as well as in the course of certain diseases. Bariatric surgeries are almost always operations that involve intervention in the stomach and the small intestine following it. The changes that occur in...
