Category Archives: Obesity

Morbid obesity is an excessive weight condition that poses serious health risks. This health issue is characterized by an extremely high body mass index (BMI). It is often associated with conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart diseases. Lifestyle changes are recommended as an effective intervention method. These include regular physical activity and healthy eating […]

Dumping syndrome occurs particularly as a result of the rapid consumption of high-carbohydrate foods. This condition, more commonly seen in individuals who have undergone gastric bypass surgery or esophagus surgery, is characterized by the rapid passage of stomach contents into the duodenum. As a result of this rapid passage, symptoms such as nausea and diarrhea […]

Ghrelin is a hormone found in various organs. It plays an important role in increasing the feeling of hunger and regulating body weight. First discovered in studies on mice in 1999, this hormone interacts with the growth hormone secretagogue receptor. Gene expression studies in humans and mice have revealed that ghrelin is active in many […]