Publications by authors named "T Ozlu"
Objectives: In recent years, especially with the Coronavirus Disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the use of herbal products for various health problems has been increasing worldwide. This study aimed to determine the frequency of herbal product/dietary supplement use, the most used products, and the factors affecting the use of these products in patients who applied to the Chest Diseases Clinic.
Materials And Methods: This descriptive survey study was conducted at Chest Diseases Clinic using a face-to-face interview technique.
Article Synopsis
- Pulmonology is often consulted in emergency departments for respiratory issues and was the focus of a study involving 32 centers in Turkiye to analyze consultation patterns.
- The study examined data from 1712 patients, revealing that many presented with dyspnea and had pre-existing conditions, with common diagnoses being chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia.
- The findings suggest that enhancing outpatient pulmonology services could reduce emergency department visits by addressing cases earlier in outpatient settings.
Background: Periodontal disease is a biofilm-dependent chronic inflammatory condition triggered by a host response. Several factors impact systemic inflammation and could lead to changes in disease pathogenesis. Recently, studies have assessed the influence of nutritional patterns on the development of periodontitis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAnalysis of microbiota profile and nutritional status in male professional football players.
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
November 2023
Background: The interest in the effect of gut microbiota on athlete health has increased in recent years. Available data indicate a relationship between gut microbiota composition and physical activity, suggesting that changes in the microbiota may contribute to the host's physical performance. Studies show that leaky gut syndrome is highly correlated with upper respiratory infections and gastrointestinal disorders in endurance sports.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground/aims: Mediterranean diet, owing to its infla mmati on-mo dulat ory effects, is considered a beneficial dietary regimen for patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Despite promising results in the literature, studies on this subject are still limited. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate adherence to the Mediterranean diet in patients with inflammatory bowel disease and examine its impact on disease activity and quality of life.
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