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Foods are not medicines

Written by: Dr. Kerem Çağlayan Medically reviewed by: Dr. Kerem Çağlayan First published: November 14, 2022 Last updated: September 28, 2026
Short answerYes, foods promote health, and the way we eat prevents many diseases. In fact, we can treat many diseases naturally simply by changing the way we eat, making additions and eliminations. However, for example, if
Yes, foods promote health, and the way we eat prevents many diseases. In fact, we can treat many diseases naturally simply by changing the way we eat, making additions and eliminations. However, for example, if we have a hereditary cholesterol problem, paying attention to what we eat is not always the solution. Let us not forget that medications are our lifesavers when needed and that we should not give credence to the opinions of people who are not qualified in matters of health, no matter how prominent they are in the media.

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This content has been medically reviewed and approved by Dr. Kerem Çağlayan. It is intended for general education and does not replace an individual diagnosis or treatment plan.

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