Clinical nutrition and metabolic health
Assessment of malnutrition risk, obesity, metabolic disorders, and personalized nutrition approaches.
Nutrition science · Research · Consulting
Translating scientific knowledge into health, education, and societal impact.
Assoc. Prof. Sedat Arslan
Dietitian · Academic · Nutrition Scientist
Bursa Uludağ University
Research at the intersection of nutrition science, human behavior, and artificial intelligence; academic education and evidence-based scientific consulting.
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Nutrition science · Academia · Consulting
150academic outputs
49Web of Science publications
5research projects
11supervised theses
Current academic profile 01
About
An academic approach that bridges research and practice.
I shape my work in Nutrition and Dietetics around clinical needs, human behavior, and the opportunities created by 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
Clinical, behavioral, and digital dimensions of nutrition.
My research agenda brings measurable health outcomes and human experience together within a shared scientific framework.
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
Four verified gateways to my academic work.
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.
Nine Q1 publications, nine academic achievement awards
Nine Q1 articles published in the first half of 2026 were recognized with nine individual awards at Bursa Uludağ University’s “Successful Academics Meet the Rector” programme.
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Books
Books connecting nutrition science with emerging fields.
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
A scientific yet approachable look at nutrition, health, and everyday life. Listen to the episodes here or follow the show on Spotify.
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Science communication
Where scientific evidence meets everyday life.
Accessible, balanced writing on nutrition science, clinical practice, eating behavior, artificial intelligence, and sustainable food systems—without compromising scientific rigor.
What Should You Eat While Using GLP-1 Therapy?
A practical nutrition guide to preventing low nutrient intake, protecting lean mass, and managing common digestive symptoms such as nausea and constipation.
Read articleAre Nutrition Facts Alone Enough to Evaluate Ultra-Processed Foods?
Sugar, fat, and salt matter, but the way a food is manufactured and the additives it contains may also shape its health effects. This article examines the distinction between nutrient profile and degree of processing.
Read articleMalnutrition Does Not Always Mean Being Underweight
Malnutrition is not limited to low body weight. We explain how muscle loss and micronutrient deficiencies may also affect people living with overweight or obesity, and why early screening matters.
Why Does Nutrition Knowledge Not Always Change Behavior?
Knowing what is healthy does not guarantee that people can or will choose it. We consider how income, time, access, social environments, and emotions can shape eating behavior more powerfully than knowledge alone.
When Healthy Eating Becomes an Obsession: Orthorexia
Caring about healthy eating can be positive, but rigid rules, guilt, and social withdrawal may signal a changing boundary. This article examines orthorexia carefully and without unnecessary diagnostic labeling.
Can AI Really Create a Personalized Nutrition Plan?
AI can generate detailed recommendations quickly, yet it has important limitations around clinical assessment, laboratory findings, and individual needs. We examine the line between useful support and unsafe use.
Which Data Should Stay Protected When Using AI for Nutrition?
Diagnoses, medicines, laboratory results, and dietary records are sensitive health data. We explain data minimization, de-identification, human oversight, and responsible use through practical examples.
How Personal Is Personalized Nutrition?
Genetic tests, microbiome analyses, and wearable technologies are expanding the field rapidly. We ask why more data does not automatically produce a more accurate or clinically useful recommendation.
Is Healthy and Sustainable Eating Accessible to Everyone?
Advice on sustainable diets often overlooks income, food prices, and regional access. We discuss why planetary health and nutrition equity must be considered together.
How Can Food Insecurity and Obesity Occur Together?
Unreliable access to nutritious food does not result only in hunger. We explain how reliance on inexpensive, energy-dense foods can bring food insecurity and obesity into the same household.
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Mini knowledge quiz
5 questions · About 1 minute
Test your nutrition knowledge.
Evaluate common nutrition statements through the lens of scientific evidence and see a concise explanation after each answer.
Your answers are not stored and no personal data are collected.Question 1 / 5
Malnutrition occurs only in people with a low body weight.
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Scientific consulting
Scientific rigor, strategic clarity, and actionable outcomes.
Tailored consulting processes that translate academic evidence into real decisions for organizations and research teams.
Scientific evidence and strategy
Who is it for?Food and health brands, academic institutions, research teams, public bodies, and project consortia.
What is a typical output?Focused evidence review, scientific evidence map, research strategy, expert opinion, or a decision-oriented briefing.
Product and health communication
Who is it for?Food brands, product development units, and communication teams seeking scientifically grounded consumer information.
What is a typical output?Scientific product positioning, claims evidence review, professional education content, or a consumer communication framework.
Artificial intelligence in nutrition
Who is it for?Health technology ventures, digital health platforms, AI developers, and clinical teams.
What is a typical output?Data requirements analysis, clinical validation framework, risk and governance checklist, or decision-support system design.
Education and speaking
Who is it for?Universities, professional associations, healthcare organizations, companies, and scientific event organizers.
What is a typical output?Keynote or conference talk, in-house training, workshop, webinar, moderation, or audience-specific educational materials.
How I work
- 01Define the need
We clarify the scope, objectives, and measures of success.
- 02Structure the evidence
I evaluate scientific literature alongside implementation conditions.
- 03Build the roadmap
I deliver a transparent, trackable output designed to support decisions.
Contact
Let us turn a scientific question into a strong collaboration.
For academic collaborations, institutional consulting, speaking engagements, and training invitations, please get in touch with a brief outline of your project.