A ketogenic diet (shortly keto) can be defined as an eating programme in which carbohydrate and protein sources are very limited and the majority of the diet consists of fats. Many types of foods that are avoided in normal healthy eating plans are preferred as the main energy source in these diets. Due to their...

There are lots and lots of microorganisms in our bodies and -thank god – most of them are peaceful and useful, thus we call them probiotics. The word is a combination of Latin “pro” (for) and Greek “biotic” (life) and combined it means “for life”. Their task is keeping the balance of microorganisms where ever...

AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is a viral immune problem. When it first appeared, it was named AIDS regarding its effect on the immune system due to its uncertain origin. In the 1980s, it was realized that the virus causing this disease was a human derivative of the primate virus SIV (Simian immunodeficiency virus) and...

In the simplest terms, kidney failure (or renal failure) means that one or both kidneys have become unable to perform their functions without support. This condition often occurs suddenly as a result of kidney disease that increases in severity over time, sometimes due to trauma or a serious illness such as cancer. On average, one...

Also known as stomach balloon or intra-gastric balloon, a gastric balloon is a silicone material specially designed to be placed in the stomach. Once inserted, it is filled with 400 to 700 cc of salt water and creates a very effective feeling of satiety. It is one of the most popular non-surgical weight loss methods...

What is Hepatitis C? How is Hepatitis C transmitted? Hepatitis C (Hep C) is a liver disease transmitted by contact with blood containing the virus of the same name (HCV). The virus can progress from a mild form of the disease, which can be short-lived, to a severe form of the disease that can last...

Our mattresses are the thrones of our sleep. We spend an average of 8 hours on them every single day, and that is one third of our lives. Moreover, the quality of sleep is directly the quality of all the other time we spend at work, at school or in social life. Simply put, choosing...

Libido, which refers to an individual’s desire for sexual activity, is a complex result of physiological, psychological and emotional factors we go through. Its level varies significantly between people as it is influenced by many factors, including hormones, stress, relationship dynamics and personal experiences. An individual who you think is very attractive because of his/her...

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a serious but widely treatable medical illness that affects how positive you feel, think and behave. It is characterized with a constant state of sadness and loss of pleasure even under good conditions. It can cause a variety of emotional and physical symptoms making everything worse. People with depression have...

What is a Kidney Stone? Facts, Symptoms and Prevention Methods When some minerals combine to form solid objects in kidney or in the ureter, these are called kidney stones. Although they can be seen at any age, they usually occur from the 30s onwards. If left untreated, kidney stones lead to blockage of the ducts...