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5 FOODS THAT CAN CAUSE INFLAMMATION IN THE BODY
Some foods that we consume on a daily basis cause inflammation in body, leading to diseases. Turkey Medicals hospital member Turkish Expert Dietitian in Izmir, listed 5 foods that can cause inflammation in the body.
Sugar and high fructose corn syrup
Table sugar and high-fructose corn syrup are the two main types of added sugars in the Western diet. Sugar is 50% glucose and 50% fructose, while high fructose is related to corn syrup, 45% glucose and 55% fructose. One of the reasons that added sugars are harmful is that they can increase inflammation, which can lead to illness. In one study, mice fed high-sucrose diets developed breast cancer that spread to their lungs, in part due to the inflammatory response to sugar. In another study, the anti-inflammatory effects of omega-3 fatty acids were impaired in mice fed a high-sugar diet.
Although a small amount of fructose in fruits and vegetables is good for the body, it is harmful to consume it in large quantities from added sugars. Consuming too much fructose is associated with obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, fatty liver disease, cancer, and chronic kidney disease. In addition, the researchers showed that fructose causes inflammation in the endothelial cells lining your blood vessels, which is a risk factor for heart disease. High fructose uptake has similarly been shown to increase several inflammatory markers in mice and humans.
Added sugar foods high in sugar, chocolate, soft drinks, cakes, cookies, buns, sweet pastries, and some cereals.
Artificial trans fats
Artificial trans fats are the most unhealthy fats you can eat. They are produced by adding hydrogen to unsaturated fats, which are liquid, to ensure the stability of a more solid oil. Trans fats are listed on the ingredient labels as partially hydrogenated fats. Most margarine contains trans fats and is often added to processed foods to extend shelf life.
Unlike naturally occurring trans fats found in milk and meat, artificial trans fats have been shown to cause inflammation and increase the risk of disease. In addition to lowering HDL (good) cholesterol, trans fats can disrupt the function of endothelial cells lining your arteries, which is a risk factor for your cardiovascular heart disease. The consumption of artificial trans fats has been linked to high levels of inflammatory markers such as C-reactive protein (CRP). In one study in CRP levels were 78% higher among women with an excess of high trans fat intake.
In a randomized controlled trial involving overweight elderly women, hydrogenated soybean oil significantly increased inflammation more than palm and sunflower oils. Studies in healthy men and men with high cholesterol levels have revealed similar increases in inflammatory markers in response to trans fats. Fast food French fries and other fried foods that are high in trans fat, some microwave popcorn varieties, some margarines, packaged cakes and cookies, pastries and some partially hydrogenated vegetable oils include investigation on the label that lists all processed foods.
Refined carbohydrates
The fact is that not all carbohydrates are problematic. Ancient people consumed high-fiber, unprocessed carbohydrates in the form of herbs, vegetables and fruits for thousands of years. The problem is in refined carbohydrates, consuming high amounts of refined carbohydrates can cause inflammation. Refined carbohydrates have also removed most of their fiber. Fiber increases fullness, improves blood sugar control, and nourishes beneficial bacteria in your intestines. Refined carbohydrates in the modern diet may promote growth of inflammatory bowel bacteria, which may increase your risk of obesity and inflammatory bowel disease, researchers suggest.
Refined carbohydrates have a higher glycemic index (GI) than unprocessed carbohydrates. High GI foods raise blood sugar faster than low GI foods. In one study, older adults who reportedly consumed high amounts of high GI foods were 2.9 times more likely to die from an inflammatory disease such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Refined carbohydrates, sugar, bread, pasta, pastries, some cereals, cookies, cakes, sugary soft drinks that contain added sugar or flour and all processed foods.
Excessive alcohol
In one study, inflammatory marker CRP levels increased in people who consumed alcohol. The more alcohol they consume, the higher their CRP levels increase. People who drink too much can develop problems with bacterial toxins that move through the colon and into the body. This condition, often referred to as a “leaky gut”, can trigger widespread inflammation that leads to organ damage.
Processed meat
Consuming processed meat is associated with an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, stomach and colon cancer. Types of processed meat include sausages, bacon, ham, smoked meats. Processed meat contains more advanced glycation end products (AGES) than other meats. AGES are formed by cooking meat and some other foods at high temperatures. They are known to cause inflammation.
Of all the diseases associated with the consumption of processed meat, the association with colon cancer is the strongest. Although many factors contribute to colon cancer, one mechanism is believed to be the inflammatory response of colon cells to processed meat.
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Turkey's world-renowned organ transplant specialist. Dr. Demirbaş has 104 international publications and 102 national publications.
Physician's Resume:
Born on August 7, 1963 in Çorum, Prof. Dr. Alper Demirbaş has been continuing his work as the President of MedicalPark Antalya Hospital Organ Transplantation Center since 2008.
Prof. who performed the first tissue incompatible kidney transplant in Turkey, the first blood type incompatible kidney transplant, the first kidney-pancreas transplant program and the first cadaveric donor and live donor liver transplant in Antalya. Dr. As of August 2016, Alper Demirbaş has performed 4900 kidney transplants, 500 liver transplants and 95 pancreas transplants.
In addition to being the chairman of 6 national congresses, he has also been an invited speaker at 12 international and 65 national scientific congresses. Dr. Alper Demirbaş was married and the father of 1 girl and 1 boy.
Awards:
Eczacibasi Medical Award of 2002, Akdeniz University Service Award of 2005, Izder Medical Man of the Year Award of 2006, BÖHAK Medical Man of the Year Award of 2007, Sabah Mediterranean Newspaper Scientist of the Year Award of 2007, ANTIKAD Scientist of the Year Award of 2009, Social Ethics Association Award of 2010, Işık University Medical Man of the Year Award of 2015, VTV Antalya's Brand Value Award of 2015.
Certificates:
Doctor of Medicine Degree Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Ankara, General Surgeon Ministry of Health Turkey EKFMG (0-477-343-8), University of Miami School of Medicine Member of Multiple Organ Transplant, ASTS Multiorgan Transplant Scholarship. Lecturer at Kyoto University. Lecturer at University of Essen, Research assistant at the University of Cambridge .
Professional Members:
American Society of Transplant Surgeons, American Transplantation Society Nominated, Middle East and Southern Africa Council Transplantation Society 2007, International Liver Transplantation Association, Turkish Transplantation Association, Turkish Society of Surgery, Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association.
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