Hormones; They are organic compounds that are secreted into the blood by special glands, have a function-regulating effect on the tissues and organs they reach through the blood, and work even in very low amounts. Although hormones are partially similar to enzymes, they do not initiate chemical reactions like them, but they affect the speed of the reaction. Hormones are vital for our health and have taken their place in written scientific sources based on evidence that they create some balances in improving our health in relation to nutrition. Some diseases that develop directly or indirectly due to hormonal imbalance in the body are closely related to nutrition. In this article you will; I will talk about a few diseases and nutrition styles that are due to hormonal disorders in the body and the effect of foods on these diseases has been proven by scientific studies.
- Today, obesity is a chronic disease known to cause hormonal problems. Especially in a weight problem where triglyceride excess + HDL deficiency problem occurs together, it becomes necessary to lose weight. In a scientific study, a study was conducted by trying different nutrition styles in 3 different experimental obese groups with excess triglyceride + low HDL. 1) medium protein, medium fiber diet, 2) high protein, high fiber diet, 3) high protein, high fiber diet + diets containing omega-3 and medium chain fatty acids were given to the experimental groups for certain periods of time. Results show that a high-protein, high-fiber diet can significantly limit weight gain and body fat gain and reduce serum cholesterol, triglycerides, and leptin concentrations.
- Treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) relies on synthetic hormones associated with lifestyle changes. It endures. Nutraceutical compounds have been investigated as possible agents for the treatment of PCOS. Berberine has been shown to be effective against insulin resistance and obesity, particularly visceral adipose tissue (VAT). Because of these properties, researchers have said that berberine may be effective in treating PCOS. Despite the number of studies considered low, the number of women examined was high (1078) and the results are interesting. Berberine; It has been said by researchers that it causes redistribution of fat tissue by reducing visceral fat tissue in the absence of weight loss and increased insulin sensitivity. Additionally, studies have proven that berberine improves insulin resistance by improving the ovulation rate per cycle. Therefore, berberine also has an effect on fertility and live birth rates. Berberine is safe in premenopausal women who want to become pregnant and has shown few side effects in all studies cited. There are natural plants containing berberine. These are written by experts who know the subject; They can be made available to people with the right information and in the right sizes.
- The terminology "gut-brain axis" indicates a bidirectional relationship between the gastrointestinal system (GI) and the central nervous system (CNS). To date, several studies have shown that migraine is associated with some gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, such as Helicobacter pylori (HP) infection, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and celiac disease (CD). However, the mechanisms explaining how the gut and brain may interact in migraine patients are not entirely clear. Studies show that this interaction is influenced by many factors, including inflammatory mediators, gut microbiota profile, neuropeptides and serotonin pathway, stress hormones, and nutrients. Neuropeptides are thought to have an antimicrobial effect on various strains of gut bacteria and are therefore said to be involved in the bidirectional relationship between the gut and the brain. According to current knowledge, migraine headache in patients with HP may improve after bacterial eradication. Migraine patients with a long headache history and high headache frequency have a higher chance of being diagnosed with IBS. IBS and migraine share some similarities and can alter the composition of the intestinal microflora and thus affect the gut-brain axis and inflammatory state. Migraine has also been associated with CD. It has been said that migraine can be improved by dietary approaches that have beneficial effects on the gut microbiota and the gut-brain axis, including adherence to a low glycemic index diet and appropriate daily fiber consumption. Overweight and obese patients Weight loss and diet plans are important for these diseases.
- Thyroid disease is common in the general population, especially in women, and may also be common among athletes. Autoimmune disorders are the most common cause of thyroid disorders in countries with iodine-supplementation programs; however, thyroid dysfunction may occur with nutritional factors such as inadequate energy intake and deficiency of iodine, selenium, iron, and vitamin D. Additionally, strenuous exercise may be associated with temporary changes in thyroid hormones. The evaluation process should focus on anthropometric changes, biochemical testing (thyroid panel), personal and family history, examination of appropriate signs and symptoms, and dietary and environmental assessment, including intake of energy, iodine, iron, selenium, and vitamin D. Excessive stress and exposure to environmental contaminants and dietary goitrogens are also among the factors affecting thyroid disease.
Today, many diseases develop and are triggered due to inadequate and unbalanced nutrition. For a healthy life, our priority should be to regulate our diet. I wish everyone a healthy, happy life.
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