Important Precautions to Maintain Liver Health The liver is one of the most important organs of the body and there are various measures that should be taken to maintain its health. Keeping the liver healthy depends on factors such as proper nutrition, exercise and hygiene. The following are listed below to protect liver health: 1. Protection against hepatitis B and C: Viruses such as hepatitis B and C [...]

What is Check Up and What Does It Do? Check up is a comprehensive health screening to regularly evaluate the health status of people. These screenings allow early detection of possible health problems, taking into account factors such as genetics, age, lifestyle and family history of disease. Early detection improves health and prolongs life by increasing the chances of treatment. Check-ups are usually [...]

Effective Recommendations for a Strong Immune System: A healthy and strong immune system plays a critical role in protecting the body against diseases. Malnutrition, stress and bad living habits can weaken the immune system. Liv Hospital Internal Medicine Specialist Dr Yeliz Aydemir made some effective suggestions to strengthen immunity. Nutrition Habits that Strengthen Immunity Adequate and Balanced Nutrition: 5 basic nutrients [...]

What is LDL Cholesterol? LDL cholesterol is a type of fat formed by low-density lipoproteins and carries cholesterol from the liver to other tissues. It is commonly known as "bad cholesterol" and can cause health problems by accumulating in the vessels at high levels. High LDL Cholesterol and Atherosclerosis Increased levels of LDL cholesterol cause plaque formation in the arteries. This condition is called atherosclerosis and over time, it narrows the vessels and blood [...]

What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fat-like substance in the body and is produced by the liver. It is carried by proteins called lipoproteins for transport through the blood. There are two main types of lipoproteins: LDL (bad cholesterol) and HDL (good cholesterol). LDL transports cholesterol into the tissues, while HDL transports cholesterol back to the liver. Cholesterol Plaques and Their Effects When cholesterol levels rise, they accumulate on the vessel walls, causing hardening and [...]

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