This content is machine translated Helicobacter pylori infection in humans Phytotherapy, probiotics and novel therapeutic approaches Infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a global health problem that is widespread in both industrialized and developing countries. H. pylori is a Gram-negative, spiral-shaped bacterium that prefers to…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Type 2 diabetes and nutrition HbA1c lowered, medication reduced, glycemic management improved Lifestyle change is the first step in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Diet and eating habits therefore play a very important role here. In view of the large number…
View Post 14 min This content is machine translated Malnutrition in old age A problem underestimated for a long time Although malnutrition is a significant problem in clinical practice, particularly in the elderly, it is often unrecognized and even less often treated. Malnutrition has a decisive influence on the mobility,… CME-Test
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Type 2 diabetes: reduction of microvascular and macrovascular risks The extensive toolbox has a lot to offer The fact that most type 2 diabetics today aim for an HbA1c value of <7% is partly due to the results of the UKPDS. This landmark study showed that the…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) Th2 inflammation plays a central role EoE is now considered a type 2-mediated immune disease that is often associated with atopic diseases such as atopic dermatitis, asthma and food allergies. In addition to acid blockers (PPI)…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Obesity in everyday practice Brief consultation with “5A” model For the practical management of obesity, international guidelines propose the “5A” model, an evidence-based framework for behavioral interventions that was originally developed for smoking cessation. This brief intervention (lasting approx.…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Obesity therapy Why lifestyle modification alone is not effective According to current understanding, obesity is considered a multifactorial chronic disease. The overriding goals of treatment are to improve the general state of health and weight-associated diseases or risk factors.…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated SARS-CoV-2 Are vegetarians better protected against COVID-19? Optimal nutrition is one of the most important determinants of health. Adequate nutrition before and after an infection is therefore very important. With regard to the prevention and development of…
View Post 13 min This content is machine translated Treatment of wounds The importance of nutrition for wound healing A diet rich in energy and substrates is crucial for effective wound healing. Older people are at particularly high risk of wound healing disorders as a result of malnutrition, meaning… CME-Test
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Obesity The pounds tumble under incretin-based therapies Antiadiposita can effectively support the success of lifestyle interventions and thus close a treatment gap. In Switzerland, the GLP-1 RAs liraglutide and semaglutide are currently the most effective in the…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Fibrosis (FIB)-4 score Screening at-risk patients for NAFLD Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the predominant cause of chronic liver disease. The FIB-4 score can be used to identify at-risk patients with NAFLD and, if necessary, refer them…
