This study investigates how the quality of a person's diet may be related to metabolic syndrome, which includes health issues such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and abdominal obesity. The research uses existing data from the 2017 Turkey Nutrition and Health Survey, focusing on adults aged 19 and over. The study does not involve any medical treatments or new data collection. It aims to support public health efforts by identifying links between eating patterns and metabolic health in the Turkish population.
Who can participate
Age range
19 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* 19 years and older
* Participated in the 2017 Turkey Nutrition and Health Survey (TNHS)
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pregnant or lactating women, individuals with cancer, psychiatric or neurological disorders, those on specific therapeutic diets, individuals with missing key variables, and those with implausible energy intake levels (\<800 or \>4000 kcal/day for men, \<500 or \>3500 kcal/day for women).
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Metabolic Syndrome (MetS)
Timeframe: Day 1
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HEI-2015 Score
Timeframe: Day 1
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Dietary Inflammatory Index (DII)
Timeframe: Day 1
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Mediterranean Diet Score (MDS)
Timeframe: Day 1
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DASH Score (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension)