30 percent of Turkey is obese: “We have become competitive with America”

Turkish Gastroenterology Association (TGD) President Prof.. Dr. Mehmet Cindoruk, He stated that obesity is a disease, not a weight problem.. Cindoruk, “Unfortunately, Türkiye has become competitive with America in terms of obesity prevalence., The rates are almost close to each other. According to data, 30 percent of our society is obese.” he said.

41. Speaking at the scientific program of the National Gastroenterology Week Congress, Cindoruk, At the press conference held within the scope of the congress, He said that obesity has become a serious problem that threatens public health..

Cindoruk emphasizes that obesity is rapidly increasing worldwide and has reached epidemic proportions., “obesity It's not a weight problem, it's a disease. It is a big problem in all parts of the world, including developed and underdeveloped countries.. Unfortunately, Türkiye has become competitive with America in terms of obesity prevalence., The rates are almost close to each other. According to mapping showing the risk of obesity, In America, we are also a red flag. According to data, 30 percent of our society is obese.” he said.

Cindoruk, obesity, It's not just an aesthetic concern, also heart diseases, tip 2 diabetes, hypertension, breathing problems, noted that it is an important risk factor underlying many serious diseases such as joint problems and psychological problems..

Cindoruk explains that obesity is generally defined as having a body mass index over 30., continued like this:

“But obesity, It's not just about physical appearance health It is a condition that has very serious effects on. obesity colon cancer, breast cancer, Heart diseases as well as types of cancer such as cervical cancer, joint problems, It leads to many negative situations such as depression and social isolation.”

Cindoruk points out that obesity can have many different causes., genetic predisposition, wrong eating habits, inactivity, He noted that stress and hormonal imbalances are just a few of them..

Cindoruk, He stated that obesity is a preventable disease and can be controlled with healthy lifestyle changes..