Clinical nutrition and metabolic health
Assessment of malnutrition risk, obesity, metabolic disorders, and personalized nutrition approaches.
Nutrition science · Research · Consulting
I conduct research on nutrition, behavior, and artificial intelligence.
Assoc. Prof. Sedat Arslan
Dietitian · Academic · Nutrition Scientist
Bursa Uludağ University
I am a dietitian and faculty member at Bursa Uludağ University. My work covers clinical nutrition, obesity, malnutrition, food insecurity, and AI in nutrition. I also advise organizations and contribute to product-development projects through university–industry collaborations.
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Nutrition science · Academia · Consulting
150academic outputs
50Web of Science publications
5research projects
11supervised theses
Current academic profile 01
About
The question that interests me most in academia is simple: what is a finding useful for in real life?
Following that question often takes me between clinical nutrition, human behavior, and emerging technologies.
As a faculty member at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Bursa Uludağ University, I contribute to teaching, research, and postgraduate supervision. My work spans clinical nutrition and malnutrition risk, obesity and metabolic disorders, eating behavior, digital health, and artificial intelligence in nutrition.
PhD · Hacettepe UniversityBSc · Erciyes University
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Research areas
My work does not fit under a single heading.
I work on questions ranging from malnutrition risk and eating behavior to food insecurity and AI-assisted decision systems.
Eating behavior and quality of life
Nutrition knowledge, eating behaviors, orthorexia, food literacy, and health-related quality of life.
Artificial intelligence and digital nutrition
Clinical decision support, AI-based risk models, and the role of digital tools in nutrition practice.
Food systems and sustainability
Food insecurity, sustainable nutrition, consumer behavior, and equitable access to healthy food.
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Publications and academic profile
The current record of my work lives in academic databases.
Explore current records of publications, projects, citations, and academic activities through the profiles below.
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News and achievements
News from my academic journey.
Selected awards, appointments, projects, publications, and scientific events.
Uncertainty at the table: Food insecurity, anxiety, and mental well-being
Anxiety was examined through a multidisciplinary lens at Uludağ Thematic Coffee Days; my talk focused on how food insecurity relates to stress, anxiety, and mental well-being.
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Books
Four books, from skin health to esports nutrition.
Explore books I have authored or edited and follow each title to its current publisher page.
Yiyelim Güzelleşelim
The Power of Nutrition: Golden Rules for Healthy Skin and Hair
Esports Nutrition
Enhancing Cognitive and Physical Performance in Competitive Gaming
Besin Destekleri
Non-vitamin, Non-mineral Dietary Supplements
Food Insecurity and Health
The health and well-being consequences of unequal access to nutritious food
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Podcast
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Sakatat Hariç Her Şey
At the microphone, I discuss nutrition questions in the rhythm of everyday conversation rather than academic prose. The evidence still comes first.
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Episode guide
Featured episodes
01Food–drug interactions · Turkish episode
İlacınızı Sabote Eden Masum Besinler
Explores how certain foods can alter the absorption or effects of medicines, and why timing and professional guidance matter for safe use.
Listen on Spotify 02Micronutrients · Turkish episodeKalsiyumun En İyi 10 Kaynağı ve Emilim Sırları
Looks beyond milk to explain strong dietary sources of calcium and the key factors that influence absorption.
Listen on Spotify 03Food science · Turkish episodeDondurulmuş Besinler = Sağlıksız mı? Cevap Sizi Şaşırtabilir
Examines common beliefs about frozen foods through nutrient quality, freezing methods, and proper storage conditions.
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Science communication
Nutrition questions that do not fit into a one-line answer.
Here I write about what research says, what it does not say, and how the findings can be interpreted in everyday life.
When Is Vitamin D Supplementation Actually Needed?
Vitamin D deficiency is common, but high-dose supplementation is not safe for everyone. We discuss blood levels, sunlight, food sources, individual needs, and professional monitoring.
Read articleDo Collagen Supplements Work for Skin and Joint Health?
Are collagen products marketed for skin, hair, and joint health genuinely effective? We assess study findings, doses, sources, and the limits of realistic expectations.
Read articleDoes Eating Late at Night Really Cause Weight Gain?
Meal timing may shape metabolic responses alongside total energy intake. We examine late eating, shift work, sleep, and individual biological rhythms through the available evidence.
Read articleIs Creatine Only for Athletes?
Creatine is no longer studied only for muscle and performance; research also considers healthy ageing and cognition. We separate strong evidence, uncertainty, and safety questions.
Read articleDoes Everyone Need a Magnesium Supplement?
Magnesium supplements are widely used for sleep, muscle cramps, and stress, but benefits are not universal. We review deficiency, different forms, medicine interactions, and safer use.
Read articleNine Nutrition and Dietetics Developments That Mattered in August 2026
An academic review of nine important developments spanning orforglipron, early-life sugar exposure, diet trials, the microbiome, artificial intelligence, and food systems.
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Scientific consulting
I work with organizations that have a scientific question to answer.
Sometimes the question concerns a product formulation, sometimes a health message, and sometimes the clinical reliability of a digital tool.
Scientific evidence and strategy
Food and health brands, academic institutions, research teams, public bodies, and project consortia.
Product and health communication
Food brands, product development units, and communication teams seeking scientifically grounded consumer information.
Artificial intelligence in nutrition
Health technology ventures, digital health platforms, AI developers, and clinical teams.
Education and speaking
Universities, professional associations, healthcare organizations, companies, and scientific event organizers.
Anonymized examples
Two examples, without naming clients.
Industry–university collaboration
For a food company collaboration, product composition, protein and fiber targets, micronutrient content, scientific positioning, and consumer communication were evaluated together.
Food supplement strategy
Consulting for a food supplement company covered the formulation approach, evidence and safety of ingredients, target users, and the scientific communication framework.
Contact
A few sentences about the work you have in mind are enough.
For academic collaborations, institutional consulting, speaking engagements, and training invitations, please get in touch with a brief outline of your project.