Nutrition in Chronic Diseases: The Right Support for a Healthy Life

What is Nutrition in Chronic Diseases?

As Metropol Health Group, we know the importance of nutrition in the management of chronic diseases. We create individualized nutrition programs to control the symptoms of long-term conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and heart diseases and to improve quality of life. This approach aims to improve the course of diseases with the right eating habits.

How to Plan the Nutrition Process in the Management of Chronic Diseases?

In our centers throughout Izmir, our dietitians prepare programs suitable for the individual needs of patients. In this process

• Personalized Nutrition Plans: Diet is organized by taking into account the patient’s general health status, type of disease and individual needs.
• Monitoring Blood Parameters: Health indicators such as blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol are monitored regularly.
• Nutrition Education: Patients are guided on healthy food choices and portion control.
• Salt and Sugar Control: Salt and sugar consumption is carefully regulated, especially for hypertension and diabetes patients.

Symptoms of Malnutrition in Chronic Diseases

Improper eating habits can negatively affect the course of chronic diseases. Symptoms of these conditions include the following:

• Blood Sugar Fluctuations: Uncontrolled rises or falls in diabetic patients.
• Blood Pressure Problems Persistently high blood pressure in hypertensive patients.
• Low Energy: Weakness and fatigue caused by malnutrition or an unbalanced diet.
• Heart Problems: Increased heart palpitations and shortness of breath due to malnutrition.
• Overweight or Weight Loss: Significant changes in body weight due to nutritional imbalance.

Nutrition Solutions for the Management of Chronic Diseases

The following treatment methods are applied to improve the quality of life and control symptoms:

• Personalized Nutrition Plans: Individual programs are created by ensuring a healthy balance of carbohydrates, protein, fat and fiber.
• Reducing Salt and Sugar Consumption: Salt and sugar intake is limited according to the health status of blood pressure and diabetes patients.
• Follow-up and Control: Patients’ health status is regularly assessed and necessary changes are made to their nutrition plans.
• Vitamin and Mineral Supplements: Nutritional deficiencies are determined and appropriate supplements are recommended.

Safe Nutrition Management with Metropol Health Group

As Metropol Health Group, we are at your side for individuals with chronic diseases to protect their health and improve their quality of life. Our expert dietitians guide you to adopt a healthy lifestyle and support you at every stage of your nutrition process. Contact us for more information and appointments.