Patient Experience
A 51-year-old deep-sea fisherman developed paradoxical malnutrition, obese but nutrient-deficient from years of canned and preserved foods. Dr. Sevic created a 'Catch-to-Table' program using his fresh catch with specific herb pairings to enhance nutrient bioavailability, reversing deficiencies while maintaining his maritime lifestyle.
A 8-year-old refugee child from Syria with severe failure to thrive and food aversions from trauma. Dr. Sevic used narrative nutrition therapy, creating food stories connecting traditional Syrian flavors with Turkish ingredients. She trained the mother in 'hidden nutrition' techniques using pomegranate molasses and tahini, achieving catch-up growth within six months.
A 28-year-old competitive freediver from Cesme presented with severe post-dive migraines and dizziness. Dr. Sevic discovered through detailed dietary logging that his pre-dive ritual of consuming high-nitrate beet juice combined with deep-water pressure was causing dangerous vasodilation spikes. She designed a phased electrolyte and complex-carbohydrate protocol that eliminated his symptoms and improved his breath-hold times by 15%.
A 72-year-old retired olive grove owner with treatment-resistant hypertension was referred after seven medications failed. Dr. Sevic identified chronic licorice root tea consumption from his own garden as the culprit, causing pseudohyperaldosteronism. She replaced it with a hibiscus and pomegranate blend while implementing a potassium-focused Mediterranean diet, normalizing his blood pressure within three weeks without medication.
A 14-year-old nationally ranked e-sports athlete developed severe hand tremors and focus issues during tournaments. Dr. Sevic traced it to excessive 'gamer fuel' energy drinks creating caffeine-induced electrolyte imbalances. She created a tournament-day protocol using specific amino acid timing, cooled green tea concentrates, and strategic almond consumption that restored his performance and reduced anxiety.
A 41-year single mother working three cleaning jobs presented with extreme fatigue and hair loss. Nutritional analysis revealed severe zinc and B12 deficiencies from an accidental vegan diet, she couldn't afford meat but hadn't replaced nutrients. Dr. Sevic partnered with a local food bank to create affordable lentil-fermentation techniques and sunflower seed enrichment strategies, resolving deficiencies within two months.
A 33-year-old traditional shadow puppeteer (Karagöz artist) developed vocal cord nodules and recurrent throat infections. Dr. Sevic designed an anti-inflammatory protocol focused on local sage honey, marshmallow root infusions, and strategic hydration timing around performances. This preserved his centuries-old art form while allowing complete vocal recovery without surgery.
A 59-year-old former ship captain with cirrhosis from hereditary hemochromatosis struggled with iron-restriction fatigue. Dr. Sevic developed a unique 'Iron Navigation Diet' using Turkish coffee timing, specific legume preparations to inhibit absorption, and strategic calcium-rich snacks that maintained his energy while keeping ferritin levels controlled.
A 19-year-old university student from a nomadic Yörük background experienced severe bloating and brain fog after moving to the city. Dr. Sevic identified loss of traditional fermented goat dairy and wild herbs as disrupting her microbiome. She recreated urban-adaptable versions using store-bought ingredients, resolving her symptoms and improving academic performance by 40%.
A 47-year-old glassblower with lead toxicity from antique glass materials presented with neuropathy. Alongside chelation therapy, Dr. Sevic implemented a cilantro, garlic, and selenium-rich diet with specific fiber timing to enhance heavy metal excretion. His nerve conduction tests improved significantly within four months.
A 65-year-old retired mathematics professor with Parkinson's developed dangerous weight loss from medication-induced appetite suppression. Dr. Sevic created high-calorie 'mathematical diet cubes', nutritionally complete finger foods with precise protein-carb-fat ratios he found intellectually engaging to consume, stabilizing his weight and improving medication efficacy.
A 22-year-old professional wedding henna artist developed contact dermatitis and joint pain from natural dye preparations. Dr. Sevic identified oxalate sensitivity from excessive black tea consumption during long sessions. She designed an artist's toolkit with low-oxalate hydration solutions and anti-inflammatory spice blends applied topically and consumed, allowing her to continue her craft pain-free.
A 38-year-old transgender woman undergoing hormone therapy presented with sudden triglyceride spikes and fatigue. Dr. Sevic developed a phased nutrition plan synchronized with her injection schedule, using specific omega-3 timing, cruciferous vegetable cycling, and personalized soy protein protocols that optimized hormone integration while normalizing lipids.
A 30-year-old IVF patient with recurrent implantation failure presented with unexplained inflammation markers. Dr. Sevic discovered a sensitivity to nightshades amplified by fertility medications. A tailored six-week elimination protocol with specific antioxidant timing relative to her cycle resulted in successful embryo implantation on the next attempt.
A 76-year-old grandmother caring for her autistic grandson developed caregiver burnout and metabolic syndrome. Dr. Sevic created synchronized diets where the grandson's sensory-friendly meals (same textures, colors) were nutritionally adapted for the grandmother's diabetic needs, improving both their health while reducing meal preparation stress.