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WHY SUDDEN WEATHER CHANGES WEAKEN THE HUMAN IMMUNE SYSTEM?
Turkey Medicals asks member and hospital Internal Medicine Specialist Doctor on the subject. Dr. “Short-term and sudden weather changes negatively affect the human body. When it becomes difficult for the body to get used to this condition, the immune system also weakens,” was said.
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LET US GET COLORFUL IN FOODS
“Let your table be colorful. Emphasizing the diversity of nutrients, Dr. Well, “Consuming food in all colors and in all flavors is the first condition for having a healthy body. Almost all nutrients contain more than one nutrient element. But there is no food that contains them all at once. In order to improve your quality of life; dairy group, meat group, vegetable group and fruit group foods in a balanced way in your daily diet,” he said.
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MAINTAIN YOUR IDEAL WEIGHT
Many studies in Turkey conducted in recent years have shown that the immune system of obese individuals is weaker than that of individuals who are at an ideal weight,” Dr. said. Excess adipose tissue negatively affects the immune system. The goal is not to eat a lot, but to eat quality and enough. In addition, playing sports positively affects the immune system. It is necessary to take 30-45-minute walks at least 3 times a week and try to be active during the day.
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DRINK PLENTY OF WATER
It is recommended to consume at least 2-2.5 liters of water per day, Dr. “As water ensures the removal of harmful substances from the body. In addition to strengthening the immune system, it is also quite effective in weight control,” was said.
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DO NOT FORGET TO TAKE ANTIOXIDANTS AND VITAMINS
He noted that vitamins A, C, E, D are powerful antioxidants from selenium, zinc and iron. “Consuming 1-3 g of omega-3 per day improves the immune system and makes it easier to lose weight,” says. Omega-3 has an anti-inflammatory effect. In addition, it provides protection against diseases by weakening the host’s defense against viral, bacterial, parasitic infections. In addition to supporting the immune system, it has positive effects on brain development and heart health, especially in children. Salmon, mackerel and tuna are quite rich in omega-3. Breast milk, flaxseed, walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts and purslane are other Turkish foods in Turkey that contain omega 3. If you are deficient in vitamin D and iron, put them in their place,” he said.
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PREBIOTICS STRENGTHEN IMMUNITY
Dr. Who tells you to consume 2 cups of milk or yogurt a day. Well, “increase your probiotic power with natural yogurt, Ankara’s kefir and homemade buttermilk. Increasing your probiotic power as you enter winter provides very serious benefits in terms of strengthening your immune system. The source of probiotic power is beneficial bacteria in the intestines. It is always useful to increase the amount of probiotic bacteria in our intestines by eating more natural yogurt, kefir, drinking homemade Turkish buttermilk and weighing in on foods that increase probiotic power (homemade fresh pickles, sourdough foods, boza) than ever before,” was said.
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TRY TO TAKE VITAMINS FROM NATURAL SOURCES
Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. “Eat 3-5 servings of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables a day. Fruits such as oranges, tangerines, kiwis, pomegranates, apples are very rich in vitamins and minerals that strengthen the immune system. Consume dried legumes 2 days a week. Foods such as lentils, dried beans, chickpeas, kidney beans support the immune system by protecting the intestinal flora due to the fiber they contain,” he said.
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DO NOT NEGLECT THE FLU VACCINE
A doctor who recommends that people be protected from the flu for their overall health. “The flu virus, which can cause many infections, especially affects heart patients, those with chronic diseases, the elderly and children. But you can’t protect yourself from the flu by eating oranges with crates; you must definitely get a flu shot,” he said.
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PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR SLEEP PATTERN
Noting the importance of adequate sleep, Dr. “If you are not sleeping enough, your immune system may not have the resources needed to ward off diseases. Therefore, you need to sleep about 8 hours every night. Regular exercise, avoiding caffeine and alcohol consumption before going to bed, and sleeping at the appropriate room temperature can be relaxing for you. Alcohol and smoking Turkish tobacco definitely weakens your immune system, causing you to get sick more often,” he said.
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DO NOT FORGET TO WASH YOUR HANDS
Turkish Doctor adds, “One of the easiest ways for the immune system to fight diseases is to wash your hands regularly. Wash your hands with soap and water under running water for at least 20 seconds. If you do not have access to soap and water, use a disinfectants that contains at least 60 percent alcohol,” is informed.
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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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