EATING DISORDER ANOREXIA IS LIFE-THREATENING!

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EATING DISORDERS ARE LIFE-THREATENING

Eating disorders are a serious problem both in our country and in the world. In particular, one of them is often seen in adolescent girls throughout Turkey and carries a fatal risk. So after what stage do the alarm bells have to ring? What wrong habits are unwittingly laying the stones on the way to the disease? Turkey Medicals gave information on the answer…

Most people have complained about their weight at some time in their life. The way we eat, what we experience and our psychological state are some factors that play a role in maintaining our ideal weight. Even while playing sports, it is known that the nutrients we eat or the wrong support products we use have serious negative effects on our health. Turkey Medicals member and JCI Hospital Expert Dietitian, about what you need to know from anorexia disease, athlete nutrition, immune boosters that protect you from diseases in winter.

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IT IS VERY COMMON IN YOUNG GIRLS IN ADOLESCENCE

JCI Hospital Expert Dietitian, who gave information about anorexia nervosa disease, which is often seen in young girls in adolescence throughout Turkey, told about the most interesting case that came to him. “I realized that in this case it is necessary not to evaluate the disease on a person-by-person basis, not to focus on a single person and to look holistically,” said JCI Hospital Expert Dietitian, who realized that the incident was actually quite different while treating his hospitalized patient and stated that the main problem was with his mother accompanying the patient. Although anorexia nervosa is not related to food, it is a psychological and life-threatening disorder, Hospital Dietitian said that it may be difficult to overcome this condition, and stressed that it is necessary to be a psychologist, dietitian and doctor follow-up.

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OUR EATING HABITS INVITE THESE DISEASES

There are many diseases that can occur as a result of mistakes we make in the way we eat. In addition to chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, heart, blood pressure, kidney, liver, obesity, weakness, malnutrition, deceleration of growth are also among the diseases caused by improper nutrition.

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PAY ATTENTION TO THEM WHEN PLAYING SPORTS

We can also be exposed to the same incorrect eating patterns while playing sports. The most important point we need to be careful when doing Sports, Sports, pre-energy carbohydrates protein to consume after Nov underlines the need to avoid any loss of sports and Peace, “as an example of light exercise before 1 banana+1 piece of whole wheat bread, whole wheat bread sandwich prepared with moderate exercise before+you can consume apple. After sports, grilled salmon + salad + small potatoes or grilled meatballs + salad + bulgur rice may be preferred in terms of protein consumption,” he said. Emphasizing the importance of drinking water, especially when we are doing sports, he said that 1.5 mL of water should be drunk for every 1 calorie spent during exercise.

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THIS MISTAKE MADE DURING BODYBUILDING CAN LEAD TO ORGAN FAILURE

Referring to the mistakes made during bodybuilding, Antalya Expert Dietitian emphasized that one of the biggest mistakes made during the bodybuilding period is to reduce carbohydrate intake, and the other is to eat a low-calorie diet. Emphasizing that it is necessary to reduce fat intake in his decision, Turkish Expert Dietitian  said, “It should be remembered that even the heart needs fat to work. For many important factors such as the immune system, cell renewal, 20 percent of the daily energy should be met from fats,” he said.

Emphasizing the importance of protein consumption in bodybuilding people, Hospital Expert Dietitian in Antalya said that quite a lot of protein intake can increase the burden of kidney solute and lead a person to organ failure.

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RED PEPPER AND PARSLEY SHOULD BE A MUST FOR BREAKFAST

When our metabolism cannot keep up with the change in the seasons; fatigue, fatigue, stress, diseases can occur in people and this negatively affects the immune system. Expert Dietitian, ”Don’t forget to start your day with breakfast, a whole grain bread that you will consume for breakfast, eggs, feta cheese, seasonal greens, especially red pepper with high vitamin C properties, parsley should be on our breakfast plate,” These days when the weather starts to cool down, he advised to protect against diseases and strengthen our immune system:

  • First of all, it is important not to skip Turkish meals, drink lots of water, consume lots of fresh vegetables and fruits, get enough sleep and move around a lot in terms of regular eating habits. Don’t forget to start your day with breakfast, a whole grain bread that you will consume for breakfast, eggs, feta cheese, seasonal greens, especially red pepper with high vitamin C properties, parsley should definitely be on our breakfast plate.
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  • Vitamin E is of great importance, in this respect, nuts, walnuts, almonds are foods that fight for the immune system and should be consumed up to 1 handful during the day.
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  • Dark green leafy vegetables, which are also rich in folic acid and potassium, are very important for maintaining immunity. Do not forget to consume these vegetables at lunch or dinner.
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  • For a strong immune system, try to consume kefir with a high content of probiotics in plain form.
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  • Try to sleep at least 7-8 hours a day. Insomnia reduces your immune system, causing your appetite to increase, and your concentration to deteriorate.
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  • Do not wait for thirst to drink water. Increasing the amount of water consumed per day is very important for maintaining body resistance and removing toxins. Along with these effects, water is indispensable for the immune system.

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IS IT A PSYCHOLOGICAL ILLNESS? EATING DISORDERS CAN KILL

Eating disorders are a serious problem both in our country and in the world. Looking at the statistics, there are many changes in age and gender. “Eating disorders are a mental illness that causes multiple bodily symptoms, has a low recovery rate, has a high frequency of recurrence, and, unfortunately, has a high mortality rate. There are many eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia neurosis, obstructive eating disorder, pica, ruminant disorder. The frequency of eating disorders is most common in girls in adolescence,” he said.

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ANOREXIA CAN TAKE OVER A PERSON’S LIFE IT CAN BE A SYMPTOM

Anorexia is a psychological disorder and a life-threatening condition, although it is not related to eating based on neurosis. It can take over a person’s life and it can be very difficult to overcome this situation. It is necessary to be under the supervision of both a psychologist, a dietitian and a doctor in Turkey.

“Anorexia nervosa is common in adolescent girls throughout Turkey. The incidence of eating disorders caused by hormonal and emotional conditions experienced by the body during adolescence is higher. Social media has negative effects such as negative mood, decreased self-esteem, strict diet attempts, and the negative impact of social media on eating disorders is increasing day by day,” JCI Hospital Turkey Expert Dietitian finally gave the following advice to the families:

“The most important point in eating disorders is undoubtedly the psychological effects of the process. That is why quite a lot of responsibility also falls on the families. According to statistics, when the histories of people with eating disorders are taken, the frequency of having a similar history in their family is quite high. Because family is very important in the development of eating disorders, it is necessary to work with a family therapist and get a family counseling service. The family in Turkey needs to stop supervising, conversations about food should not be held at home as much as possible, do not be overly intrusive and try to persuade the person to undergo treatment.”
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President of Organ Transplant Center at MedicalPark Hospital Antalya

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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