Nutrition and Diet
Randevu Al
Nutritional Support for Healthy Living and Disease Management
The Nutrition and Diet Department provides scientifically based, reliable, and personalized nutrition services aimed at protecting and improving health, as well as supporting recovery during disease processes.
Maintaining healthy and balanced nutrition is essential for a high-quality life. Therefore, in our department, the following factors are evaluated in detail:
- Medical history
- Blood test results
- Dietary habits
- Lifestyle
- Body composition analysis
Based on these evaluations, personalized nutrition programs are created and regularly monitored.
Our Nutrition and Diet Services
Comprehensive nutrition programs are provided for both healthy individuals and patients with various medical conditions.
Personalized Nutrition Programs
- Weight loss programs
- Weight gain programs
- Healthy lifestyle and balanced nutrition counseling
Clinical Nutrition Counseling
- Pediatric nutrition
- Nutrition in oncology patients
- Diabetes and nutrition
- Nutrition in hypertension and cardiovascular diseases
- Nutrition in liver and kidney diseases
- Metabolic syndrome
- Nutrition in gastrointestinal diseases
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and nutrition
- Nutrition during menopause
- Pregnancy and lactation nutrition
- Sports nutrition
- Nutrition after bariatric surgery
Body composition analysis devices are used to evaluate patients and tailor programs accordingly.
When Should You Consult a Dietitian?
Certain conditions indicate the need to review dietary habits.
Overweight (Obesity)
Body Mass Index (BMI) is used to evaluate weight status:
- BMI 25–29.9 → overweight
- BMI 30–34.9 → obese
- BMI 35+ → morbid obesity
Underweight
Individuals with a BMI below 18.9 are considered underweight.
Possible causes include:
- Malnutrition
- Psychological factors
- Excessive physical activity
- Digestive system disorders
- Thyroid diseases
- Chronic illnesses
Excessive Sweating
Possible causes:
- Stress and anxiety
- Thyroid diseases
- Infections
- Certain medications
- Obesity
Eating Disorders
Common types:
- Anorexia
- Binge eating
- Bulimia
Diagnostic and Evaluation Methods
Body Mass Index (BMI)
BMI = kg / m²
Classification:
- <18.9 → underweight
- 19–24.9 → normal
- 25–29.9 → overweight
- 30–34.9 → obese
- 35+ → morbid obesity
Body Composition Analysis
Measures:
- Body fat
- Muscle mass
- Water ratio
Clinical Nutrition Applications
Enteral Nutrition
Methods:
- Oral support
- Nasogastric tube
- PEG
- PEJ
Parenteral Nutrition
- Peripheral (short-term)
- Central (long-term)
Importance of Nutritional Support
- Strengthens the immune system
- Accelerates recovery
- Reduces complications
- Improves quality of life
Conclusion
The Nutrition and Diet Department supports individuals in achieving healthy lifestyles through personalized, scientific nutrition approaches.
The goal is to develop sustainable and healthy habits under expert supervision.