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Nutrition And Dietetics








 Presentation by Nutrition and Dietetics Students at the Congress


Students from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Istanbul Gelisim University made valuable academic contributions with their oral presentations at the 2nd Congress on Current Approaches in Nutrition and Dietetics, held on May 9–10, 2025. The event, themed “The Power of Nutrition in a Holistic Approach to Cancer,” highlighted interdisciplinary perspectives brought by student participants.


One of the presented papers was prepared by English Program students Merve Almohamad and Sinem Yılmaz, under the supervision of Lecturer Münevver Başak Onat.

The study, titled “Expectations Regarding Weight Management and the Use of Tobacco and E-Cigarettes in Young Adults,” explored the perceived relationship between weight control behaviors and the use of tobacco products and electronic cigarettes among youth.

The presentation emphasized that some individuals view these products as appetite suppressants or tools for weight loss, and that such perceptions may influence behavior patterns formed during adolescence. It was also noted that addressing these tendencies during nutrition counseling could strengthen personalized intervention strategies.

The paper was developed from the students’ respective graduation projects: “Individuals’ Perceptions Regarding the Relationship Between Weight Management and The Use of E-cigarettes” and “Perceptions Regarding The Relationship Between Weight Management And The Use Of Tobacco.”

We sincerely congratulate our students and their advisor for their meaningful contribution and wish them continued success in their academic journey.