Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormone, which can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, hair loss, and difficulty concentrating. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine , this condition is more common in women and people over 50. Although medical treatment is essential, nutrition plays a crucial role in managing this condition.   How does diet affect hypothyroidism? According to the Nutrigenomics Institute in Spain , some foods can interfere with thyroid function or the absorption of medications for hypothyroidism. Although it’s not necessary to completely eliminate them, it is important to monitor…

A common and uncomfortable ailment is that caused by the gallbladder, in addition to medical treatment, a specialized diet based on the consumption of certain foods and a balanced diet is required.   Some disorders caused by gallbladder inflammation are nausea, vomiting, headache, and mood irritation. To reduce these ailments, you should avoid low-fat and spicy foods, as well as alcohol and cigarette smoking. Physical exercise will help improve your health   Recommended foods Fresh fruits These are foods you should eat in large quantities. They contain antioxidants that can help heal problems in this organ. They also contain no…

Drawing attention to the important symptoms of kidney diseases, Nephrology Specialist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Osman Şahin made important statements on the occasion of World Kidney Day for the healthy functioning of kidney functions.   One in every 7 adults has chronic kidney disease   Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şahin said, “A study conducted in our country has shown that one in every seven adults has chronic kidney disease. While there are symptoms such as shortness of breath, swelling in the body, decreased urine output, weakness, decreased appetite, nausea, and vomiting in advanced kidney failure, many patients may not show any symptoms…

Cough is one of the most common reasons for consulting a doctor at almost every age all over the world.   Cough, which is not a disease on its own, is a symptom seen in many diseases. In fact, cough is a defense mechanism that plays a role in cleaning and protecting the airways. However, if it lasts longer than two weeks and has reached a point where it disrupts the quality of nighttime sleep, work, and school life, the underlying disease must be investigated. Sometimes, cough can be the first symptom of very serious diseases such as cancer.  …

Neurology Specialist Prof. Dr. Oğuz Tanrıdağ made an assessment of brain health and healthy brain aging in his statement on the occasion of Brain Awareness Week.   The theme of Brain Awareness Week, celebrated by the Turkish Neurology Association this year between 13-19 March 2023, was determined as “Love Your Brain, Change Your Life!”   What is the theory of superaging?   There is a two-way interaction between genes and the environment in brain aging. In recent years, the “super aging theory” has come to the forefront in order to prevent brain aging. Super-aged people are people who are over…

Gastroenterology specialist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kaplan gave information about liver enlargement and its symptoms.   Sometimes the liver can swell as a response to a short-term (acute) condition and then return to normal size on its own after a while. However, a process that begins due to another cause can cause slow but progressive damage to the liver. Early diagnosis is extremely important in liver problems. If it is delayed, liver cirrhosis and liver cancer can develop and liver transplantation may be necessary for treatment.   Patients who generally encounter this problem do not realize that their liver is…

For health reasons, the average daily water intake is around 2.5 liters for men and 2.2 liters for women. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers need to drink more water due to high fluid loss.   Considering the effects of its values ​​on the body, the quality of drinking water also becomes very important. Emphasizing that waters used after being purified by different methods are not healthy and safe, Medical Ecology and Hydroclimatology expert Prof. Dr. Müfit Zeki Karagülle explains what to consider when choosing healthy water:   Due to the increased water requirement during pregnancy and breastfeeding, mothers need to…