Obesity Diary

Water footprint is the measurement of the volume of water that is polluted, evaporated and consumed. Water footprint is examined in 3 groups; green, gray and blue water footprint. Blue water footprint; It is the amount of ground or surface water used to form the product. Green water footprint; It is the rain water used to create the product. Gray water footprint; It is the amount of fresh water required for the removal of pollutants as a result of the production of the product. The use of water in food production has an important

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological autoimmune disease. The protective sheath that covers the nerve fibers is called the myelin sheath. The damage caused by the immune system cells attacking this myelin leads to Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Fatigue, numbness and tingling in the body, balance problems and gait disturbance, speech disorder (scaling in the tongue), dizziness, blurred vision, difficulty in thinking/remembering/learning/focusing, intestinal problems, depression are the symptoms of MS Attacks. Breakage in the blood-brain barrier, intestinal microbiota, damage to mitochondria, viral infections, inflammation, genetic susceptibility (the disease is not hereditary, but

Stomach Botox causes a temporary paralysis in the muscles, delaying the emptying of the stomach and creating a feeling of fullness. It is predicted that patients who have botox applied to their stomach will have a decrease in hunger, they will be satisfied with smaller portions and faster. Thus, it was thought that the application of botox to the stomach could be used to patients to lose weight. Since the main purpose of botox in the stomach is to delay the emptying of the stomach and the feeling of hunger; If

GASTRIC BOTOX Obesity is a serious health problem with an increasing prevalence all over the world. Studies continue on various surgical techniques, drug treatments and non-operative endoscopic methods to control obesity. According to our current scientific data, surgical interventions in the treatment of obesity remain as the most effective and long-term treatment method. Botulinum toxin is a toxin created by Clostridium Botulinum bacteria that causes temporary relaxation in the muscles. It has long been used in strabismus, muscular dystonia and cosmetic applications in humans. It has been shown to be effective in achalasia and anal fissures in the gastrointestinal tract. It is thought that it can be used as aweight loss method in the field of obesity as it delays gastric emptying when

Asclepius is the god of medicine  in Greek mythology.   The scepter used as a symbol of medical science and the two snakes wrapped around the staff are the symbols of Asclepius. The scepter symbolizes the tree of life. The snake, on the other hand, symbolizes renewal and immortality as it constantly shedding its skin. At the same time, the snake guards the tree of life and feeds on it; It also symbolizes the ethical values of the art of medicine, being silent , not telling the secret, and working in

Most of the bacteria present in our digestive system are found in the intestines. The gut microbiota has functions such as protecting the body against pathogens, regulating digestive and immune balance, and absorbing nutrients from the foods consumed. Environmental factors such as diets, the use of antibiotics and various medicines and diseases can affect the change in the intestinal microbiota. It is known that when fermented foods and foods or supplements containing probiotics are added to the diet, the intestinal microbiota improves and even has a positive impact on physiological

Emotional hunger (Emotional Eating) is a concept that increases eating behavior in situations such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger and happiness. Emotional hunger has often been associated with low self-esteem, feelings of inadequacy, and eating disorders. This overeating reaction in the face of emotions is common in obese individuals. In addition, it has been shown that it can occur in individuals with normal weight too. Therefore, it is suggested that emotions affect eating behavior.. Eating has a pleasing and pleasurable effect. It has been observed that these effects are greater in

2022 AMERICAN METABOLIC AND BARIATRIC SURGERY ASSOCIATION (ASMBS) AND INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION FOR OBESITY AND METABOLIC DISORDERS SURGERY(IFSO): INDICATIONS FOR METABOLIC AND BARIATRIC SURGERY(BMS) The concept of pandemic has entered in our lives with the coronavirus epidemic, which has emerged in the recent past and whose effects still continue. Pandemic, by definition, is the general name given to epidemics that spread over very large areas in more than one country or continent in the world. Obesity can also be considered as a pandemic because it is a disease that affects the whole world and

Glutathione is naturally produced in our body. It is recommended to keep glutathione levels high for activating the metabolism of the liver, regulating the immune system, controlling inflammation, and repairing DNA.  It is also an antioxidant. Toxic substances are neutralized by antioxidants and chronic diseases such as autoimmune diseases and cancer are prevented. It is effective in preventing cancer, dementia, cardiovascular diseases, aging and many other chronic diseases. Daily exposure to toxic substances causes large amounts of glutathione to be used for excretion of toxic substances. These items are; Malnutrition (vitamin-mineral deficiency, antioxidant

The prevalence of obesity is increasing all over the world and has become an important public health problem in many countries. Surgical treatment for obese patients is an accepted treatment strategy all over the world. Hair loss is a common complication after bariatric surgery. Studies have shown that approximately half (57%) of patients have hair loss after bariatric surgery. It is usually seen between 3-6 months after surgery. Hair loss does not usually cause a serious illness and does not result in permanent baldness; may cause unnecessary stress in patients

Proteins are the basic building blocks of our body. In addition to being the building blocks, many biological functions are carried out through proteins. At the same time, proteins can be used as an energy source in case of hunger. Obesity and metabolic surgery operations (bariatric surgeries) are mainly divided into two groups. Volume-restricting and absorption-impairing surgeries. Both types of surgery put the body in a controlled state of starvation. The aim in the post-operative period is to prevent the use of proteins as an energy source by providing adequate protein

Obesity is a global epidemic that negatively affects the physical, emotional and psychosocial well-being of individuals. The number of people affected by this epidemic is increasing. Diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, urinary incontinence and various types of cancer are linked to obesity. In addition to these diseases, it can also cause sexual problems. There are studies that show that losing weight improves sexual functions. Is obesity itself the cause of sexual dysfunction; It is not yet clear whether sexual dysfunction develops due to diseases caused by obesity. The relationship between obesity and sexual

Dumping syndrome occurs as a result of the rapid passage of food into the small intestine. It can occur as a result of certain diseases and after obesity surgeries. Bariatric surgeries are surgeries that almost always cause changes in the stomach and small intestine. These changes that occur in the gastrointestinal tract after these surgeries disrupt normal physiology and pave the way for dumping syndrome. Although it is more common after bypass surgeries, it can also be caused after a sleeve gastrectomy. Physiological deterioration of the gastrointestinal tract due to surgical intervention

The most effective treatment for obesity is surgery. These treatments involve surgical intervention in organs or tissues that function with normal physiology to become healthier. It is desired that the side effects of these surgeries, which are performed to be healthier, are minimal. The fact that the surgeries have side effects, cause diseases that did not exist before, not lose enough weight or result in weight gain again have led surgeons to develop different surgeries. Obesity surgeries have undergone major changes since they were first performed. Many surgeries performed in

Obesity is a mixed, multifactorial condition influenced by individual genetic and non-genetic factors. Obesity in children and adolescents often results from a lack of physical activity, unhealthy diets that cause excessive energy intake, or a positive energy balance that results from a combination of the two. There are rare single gene defects that cause obesity. These gene defects are rare causes of early-onset pediatric obesity. Genetic mutations in the leptin signaling pathway and melanocortin-4 receptor defects are examples of these conditions. Early childhood obesity may be the result of certain

An increase in pregnancy rates is observed after bariatric surgery. Patients should be informed about not getting pregnant in the first year. It is not recommended to get pregnant while the weight loss process continues. Despite these warnings, early pregnancies can be seen after surgery. The health of the mother will also affect the health of the baby. During this period, patients should be followed closely and appropriate treatments should be initiated by detecting possible deficiencies in the body. Vitamin values, especially B vitamins, iron and folate, should be monitored

Obesity can be defined as excess fat storage in the body. Although this seems like a problem; this phenomenon can also be considered as an adaptation for survival. In nature, living things constantly need energy to survive. Fat is a strategy for storing energy. Fat storage acts as a reservoir to maintain vitality in situations where the flow of nutrients is interrupted. Many living things in nature convert energy into fat and store it. Fat provides more energy per unit than carbohydrates and proteins, which are our other organic food

Trillions of bacterial communities live in multiple parts of the human body. The number of these bacteria is 10 times more than all the cells in our body. Although they are very very small, their total weight is around 2-3kg. Anatomically, they are found in increasing numbers from the small intestine to the large intestine and the least numbers are in the esophagus and stomach. They are most concentrated in the large intestine. This community of bacteria living with us in our body is called the microbiota. The genetic content

Cancer, in its simplest form, can be described as uncontrolled cell proliferation. Cells multiplying uncontrollably cause disease in the organ or tissue they are in. Growth and proliferation are coordinated by some intracellular and intercellular signals. This coordination is in close relationship with the signals necessary for food coordination. Obesity, as a state of nutrient excess, activates cellular growth in several ways. Excess nutrient is stored in the organism as fat. Adipose tissue chronically transmits the signal of nutrient excess (increased leptin levels, decreased adiponectin levels). This chronic activation causes

Throughout history, obesity has created different perceptions in different times and cultures. Sometimes it means strength, power; other times it is mentioned with fertility, abundance. Today, it is known as a disease. Evolutionarily starting from hunter-gatherer humans; about 10 thousand years ago, the transition to settled life and the agricultural revolution, then the industrial revolution and a process that continues until today. We can talk about two different breaking points. Being able to do agriculture and transition to settled life, industrial revolution. These two phenomena enabled food to become unlimited, to be

Obesity, the incidence of which has been increasing in recent years, is on the way to reach the peak of all the diseases of the past. It is tried to be treated with many methods such as dieting, increasing physical activity or drug therapy. The success rate with these methods is very low and today the most effective method in the treatment of obesity is surgery. There are multiple options in bariatric surgery. In general, the types of surgery can be divided into restrictive and malabsorption. Absorptive surgeries often have