Visceral vs. Subcutaneous Fat: The Dangerous One & Fat Loss

Visceral Fat vs. Subcutaneous Fat: What’s the Difference? When it comes to belly fat, not all fat is created equal. While some fat is harmless, others can increase the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and high cholesterol. 📌 Main Belly Fat Types:✅ Subcutaneous Fat – The soft, pinchable fat under the skin … Read more

Weight Loss with Exercise Alone: No Diet Needed?

💡 Introduction: Does Exercise Alone Work for Weight Loss? As summer approaches, many people focus on weight loss and fat burning. You may have heard the saying, “Diet accounts for 80% of weight loss.” But is diet control really necessary, or can you lose weight by exercising alone? Let’s explore scientific studies on diet vs. … Read more

Kidney Function Evaluation: The Role of Cystatin C

As we know, creatinine (Cr) and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) are commonly used to evaluate kidney function. When calculating glomerular filtration rate (GFR), creatinine is typically the marker used. However, the problem with creatinine is that its levels can be influenced by various factors such as age, sex, race, muscle mass, diet, medications, exercise, and … Read more

IgA Nephropathy: A Common Cause of Urinary Abnormalities

IgA nephropathy is the most common glomerular disease worldwide. Often asymptomatic, it is typically discovered incidentally during routine health check-ups. Today, we will discuss the causes, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of IgA nephropathy. What is IgA Nephropathy? IgA nephropathy is a kidney disease that occurs when IgA (Immunoglobulin A), a type of antibody, deposits in … Read more

Kidney Cysts: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Renal Cysts

Kidney cysts are often discovered by chance during routine medical exams. A patient recently inquired about a kidney cyst they found during their check-up and wondered whether it was dangerous or why it appeared when it had not been present before. As people age, the prevalence of kidney cysts increases, so it’s not unusual to … Read more

Chronic Kidney Disease: 3 Major Causes of Kidney Damage

Kidney damage doesn’t happen overnight. Kidney function gradually decreases over time, often unnoticed by the patient. Most individuals do not experience symptoms until kidney function is severely reduced, which is why it may seem like it suddenly happened. However, once you understand the major causes of chronic kidney disease, you’ll realize it’s not something that … Read more