Digitalmehmet

My details are at digitalmehmet.com, my personal website. I am a technologist, cognitive scientist, writer, and editor.

Measuring 9 Types of Biomarkers for Cardiometabolic Health

The unvarnished reality is that if we fail to take personal responsibility, our health will not be a priority for anyone else. The current healthcare approach predominantly centers around managing diseases, usually neglecting proactive measures until overt symptoms manifest and diseases start. This paradigm of disease management poses challenges to achieving a healthier population globally. I […]

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How to Improve VO2max in 7 Steps

If you want to slow the aging process and maintain better cardiovascular functionality as you grow older, regularly oxygenating the body, investing in methodical VO2max training, and measuring it regularly might be helpful. We face declining muscles, heart function, and mitochondria with age. In general, our health markers sharply diminish to start from the middle […]

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ILLUMINATION READING CLUB #2

Curated articles from writers of Illumination Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Dear Readers and Writers, In 2022 we created an initiative called Reading Club for Members, but due to our hectic workload, we couldn’t promote it as much as we desired. Considering the dropping views informed by writers, we want to re-activate this initiative […]

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CHOSEN STORIES FROM ROB HOURMOUNT’S HEALTH COLLECTION ON MEDIUM

CURATED COLLECTION: Let’s make invisible stories visible series #05 Dear Subscribers, ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications are diverse and inclusive, supporting 19K+ writers. Our goal is to give curated reading options to valued readers and to help the writers build their audience by creating visibility for their profiles and stories. We encourage collaboration by cross-pollinating all levels of […]

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THE POWER OF FREELANCING FOR WRITERS

Featuring insightful and engaging perspectives from experienced freelancers Context and Background Information Freelancing is one of the fastest-growing job groups in the current market. Writing is one of the freelance jobs. There are job roles like copywriting, ghostwriting, scriptwriting, article writing, editing, proofreading, and many more. Even though creativity is critical, freelance writing is an […]

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Unraveling the Mysteries of Neurostimulation

Stimulate Your Brain with 10 Tech Tools to Improve Your Mental Health Image created by the author using the PicSo software If drugs and traditional therapies aren’t helping with your pain, neurological, or mental health conditions, there is still hope. Neurostimulation is now mainstream and used by caring healthcare professionals to improve neurological and mental health […]

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The Pitfalls of Keto Diets and Intermittent Fasting and How to Avoid Them

One of the significant challenges of implementing ketogenic diets and intermittent fasting is the initial “keto flu” phase that many people experience. This period of flu-like symptoms can be highly discouraging and may deter individuals from continuing the diet. However, these symptoms are temporary and typically resolve within a few days to a few weeks as the body adapts […]

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The Evolving Role of DNA Tests in the Emergence of Personalized Medicine

Despite drawbacks, DNA tests and genetic info look necessary due to potential health benefits, availability, and affordability, based on my 15 years of experience. DNA testing is a relatively new technology that shows the potential to revolutionize our understanding of genetics and improve healthcare with the emergence of personalized medicine and proactive healthcare. This piece […]

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A Lucrative Contract, a New Client, and a Soulmate Were Born Out of a Simple Story on Medium.

It’s possible to create serendipity by pouring our hearts and souls into our stories. Last year one of my health articles went semi-viral on Medium. It received thousands of views and was one of the excellent performing stories. However, a few months later, a content development officer of a health insurance company approached me after reading […]

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How I Embrace Negative Criticism and What You Can Learn from My Decades of Experience.

Negative criticism is a double-edged sword. If done correctly, it can increase your creativity and productivity. If performed incorrectly, it can harm your mental health. But finding the right balance is possible.

My goal is to provide step-by-step instructions to guide and assist you in effectively handling and benefiting from negative criticism leveraging my decades of experience as a scientist, inventor, writer, and entrepreneur.

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My Battle with Carbs: How I Learned to Let Go of Anger and Take Control with Intellect and Intuition.

The unexpected lessons learned and actions taken when I discovered carbs and fiber weren’t essential nutrients for humans. Overcoming Challenges with Personal Responsibility: How I Transformed Adversity into Opportunity I wrote this story to share a transformative experience that ultimately improved my health and well-being using my intellect, intuition, and adversity quotient. I intend to provide […]

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Hand-Picked Articles #262

Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Dear Readers and Writers, Today, we curated inspiring stories covering many topics from experienced writers for your enjoyment. ILLUMINATION is diverse and inclusive publication. ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications support every level of ethical writers, from beginners to the most accomplished ones collaborating to […]

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HOW WRITERS AND BLOGGERS TRANSITION TO BECOME PUBLISHED AUTHORS

An interview with Dr. Mehmet Yildiz, Chief Editor of Illumination Integrated Publications, who provides insights to writers from his observations and experience Purpose of the Interview Inspired by a recent post by ILLUMINATION editors, we decided to interview Dr Mehmet Yildiz to obtain his guidance on transitioning freelance writers and bloggers to become published authors […]

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HAND-PICKED ARTICLES #261

Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Editor’s Choice Dear Readers and Writers, Happy weekend! Today, we chose engaging and informative pieces from our collections written by experienced writers of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium. These stories include many topics. We hope you find some great pieces for your […]

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HAND-PICKED ARTICLES #260

Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Editor’s Choice Dear Readers and Writers, Today, we selected engaging and informative pieces from our collections written by experienced writers of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium. These stories include many topics. Writers appreciate your taking the time to read these great stories. […]

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HAND-PICKED ARTICLES #259

Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Editor’s Choice Dear Readers and Writers, Today, we curated engaging and educative stories from our collections written by experienced contributors of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium. These stories include many topics. Thank you for engaging with the stories of these inspiring writers […]

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HAND-PICKED ARTICLES #257

Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Editor’s Choice Dear Readers and Writers, We selected engaging and educative stories from our curated collections written by experienced contributors of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium. These stories include many topics. Thank you for supporting and engaging with these inspiring contributors’ stories […]

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HAND-PICKED ARTICLES #256

Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Editor’s Choice Dear Readers and Writers, This new collection includes eclectic pieces with exciting writing styles. We selected engaging and educative stories from our curated collections written by experienced contributors of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium. These stories include many topics. Our […]

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HAND-PICKED ARTICLES #252

Editor’s Choice Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Dear Readers and Writers, Today, we selected interesting and informative stories from our curated collections written by experienced contributors of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium. This new collection covers unique and eclectic pieces with various writing styles. We included as […]

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HAND-PICKED ARTICLES #251

Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Editor’s Choice Dear Readers and Writers, Today, we curated engaging and educative stories from our curated collections written by experienced contributors of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium. This new collection contains unique and eclectic pieces with writing styles, reflecting different voices of […]

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HAND-PICKED ARTICLES #250

Chosen by the content curators of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium for avid readers Editor’s Choice Dear Readers and Writers, Apologies for not being able to post yesterday due to the heavy workload but today, we curated engaging and informative stories from our curated collections written by experienced contributors of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium. This […]

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STORYTELLING ON MENTAL HEALTH HELPED ME GET RECOGNIZED AS A THOUGHT LEADER IN THE FIELD

Here’s a quick taste of sample mental health stories providing takeaways to potential readers. Mental health conditions affect millions of people, impacting the well-being of citizens and healthcare costs. My focus is to improve mental health via healthy lifestyle habits. Importance of Verified Information on the Web I enjoy and support a verifiable and objective assessment […]

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COLLECTION OF INTERESTING RELATIONSHIPS IN PERSONAL STORIES

SELECTED STORIES PUBLISHED ON MEDIUM Some people leave remarkable impressions on our lives. Friends, relatives, colleagues, professionals, mentors, community members, and even strangers can play a role in our decision-making. Beautiful relationships remain in fond memories, whether they bring joy or grief. I met numerous people who appeared at the right time in my life, […]

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Sample ARticles from Euphoria on Medium

Selected pieces from health, mental health, fitness, lifestyle, and self-improvement topics Dear Subscribers. I have written around 2,000 articles on Medium since 2019, hosting only around 10% of the selected articles on Euphoria for my regular subscribers interested in health and self-improvement topics. I strive to provide carefully curated content for my audience. I host […]

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7 Tips to Prevent Cognitive Decline and Impairment

The earlier actions we take, the slower the decline can be. This article focuses on cognitive health, highlighting the risk factors for cognitive decline and impairment. I provide seven practical tips to prevent progress based on healthy lifestyle approaches. Cognitive decline refers to the gradual impairment of the nervous system and the brain regions affecting the […]

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A new blog by Dave Karpowicz.

A new blog in the Spiritual Growth genre deserves your attention – AbundantEverydayJoy.com – created by Dave Karpowicz. I met Dave on Medium. He posts insightful and heart-warming stories. Then I came across his new blog. Refreshing, Dave considers himself a seeker, not a guru or someone with all the answers. He writes to share perspectives and […]

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How to Reduce Visceral Fat and Increase Brown Fat with Two Practical Steps

Knowing the health risks of visceral fat and understanding the benefits of brown fat by following practical tips Improving Fat Metabolism with Two Practical Approaches Scientific studies indicate that visceral fat accumulation poses serious health risks. In contrast, brown fat provides significant benefits. The medical literature informs us of two types of body fat, namely […]

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How to Go to a Fat-Adapted State

Response to a reader requesting clarification on how to transform into a fat-adapted state Context A mature-aged reader reached out to me on my website, requesting clarification on how to transform themselves into a fat-adapted state. He asked for step-by-step guidance based on my experience. I explain my approach to fat-adaption, using fat as the […]

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Three Tips to Eliminate Food Cravings

Food cravings and the irresistible urge to eat are major causes of unnecessary weight gain leading to metabolic disorders A Holistic Approach to Food Cravings for Metabolic Flexibility and Healthy Weight Management Food cravings and the irresistible urge to eat unhealthy food are significant causes of weight gain leading to metabolic disorders. For example, as […]

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How to Get a Healthy Self-Employed Life

Insights from 40 years of employment in demanding workplaces explaining health and well-being benefits of self-employment after tasting it as sense of freedom Why I Still Work as Semi-Retired Entrepreneur and Keep Writing, Researching, and Producing Unless we inherit millions of dollars, luxury houses, and expensive properties from our wealthy parents or other family members or […]

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How to Get Insulin Sensitive & Reduce Risks of Major Metabolic Disorders

Practical lifestyle solutions, health benefits of eliminating insulin resistance, and having an insulin-sensitive body Insulin Resistance and Sensitivity in a Nutshell Our health heavily depends on the functioning of metabolism. As I posted several articles about insulin resistance within fat loss and healthy weight management perspectives, my subscribers want to know more about insulin’s impact and […]

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Ten Practical Steps Fixed Lucy’s Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Her unbearable fatigue looked like a metaphorical onion with multiple layers. Addressing each layer with the help of medical specialists and a psychotherapist identified underlying causes and solved Lucy’s chronic fatigue syndrome holistically. Then, she re-experienced an abundance of energy. Why Lucy Felt So Tired All the Time Lucy always felt tired and sluggish in her mid-twenties. […]

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Fixing Three Health Conditions Accelerated Rosalia’s Fat Loss

These cultural and health issues were causing her fat gain, brain fog, anxiety, and mild depression. The Cultural Effects of Food In Rosalia’s Weight Gain Since her childhood, Rosalia has had significant digestive issues. Her parents migrated from South Italy had a solid hedonistic tendency towards food. Her immediate and extended family considered food as entertainment […]

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Valuable Life Lessons from Personal Stories On Medium

A summary of valuable perspectives gained from people whose paths crossed with mine via serendipitous encounters Interesting Relationships in Personal Stories Some people leave remarkable impressions on our lives. Friends, relatives, colleagues, professionals, mentors, community members, even strangers can play a role in our decision-making. Beautiful relationships remain in fond memories whether they bring joy or […]

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Three Practical Postural Tips Learned from a Physiotherapist to Beat Back Pain

Why ergonomics and good posture is critical for physical and mental health and how we correct postural issues My Poignant Experience of Back Pain Living with pain was not fun when I worked full time and studied part-time ambitiously. Fortunately, my private health insurance covered alternative therapies such as physiotherapy, osteopathy, kinesiology, myotherapy, remedial massage, and acupuncture […]

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Five Powerful Tools to Regulate Emotions & Knock Chronic Stress

Practical insights and empowering perspectives from psychoneuroendocrinology Why should we take the responsibility and burden of others’ disappointments? Psychoneuroendocrinology is a big word to pronounce. It may scare some of us. It is a relatively new discipline giving us valuable perspectives into the inseparable body and mind connection, particularly in dealing with toxic stress. This […]

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Why Do We Need Vitamin K2?

The importance of vitamin K2 (menaquinones) for cardiovascular, kidney, osteoporosis, and dental health based on a review of scientific papers I have been using vitamin D for a long time. I did not know about K2 (menaquinone) in my younger years but heard a lot about K1 (phylloquinone). I thought they had the same functions. […]

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Three Tips to Prevent & Treat ObesityThe obesity epidemic causes suffering and kills millions of people, but it is preventable

Obesity is preventable and treatable. According to World Health Organization (WHO), worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since 1975. Almost 2 billion people are overweight. Unfortunately, over 340 million children and adolescents were overweight or obese in 2016. WHO coined the term “globesity” for the obesity epidemic. “At the other end of the malnutrition scale, obesity […]

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Updates from Euphoria on Medium

Selected articles from health, mental health, fitness, lifestyle, and self-improvement topics Dear Subscribers. I have written around 1550 articles on Medium since 2019, hosting only around 10% of the selected articles on Euphoria for my loyal readers interested in health and self-improvement topics. I strive to provide carefully curated content for my audience. I host […]

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Meta Collection of Featured Stories

Easy access to daily selected stories from engaging writers of ILLUMINATION — Volume 3–2022 Dear Readers, We wish you a happy, healthy, and successful New Year. We are delighted to get significant contributions from many writers on Medium. Now, 13,700+ writers contribute to ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium, sharing eclectic stories on hundreds of topics every day. These […]

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January 2022 Updates from Euphoria

Selected articles from health, mental health, fitness, lifestyle, and self-improvement topics Dear Subscribers. Happy February. This post is my second newsletter for subscribers of Euphoria. As mentioned in the previous post, I have written around 1550 articles on Medium since 2019, hosting only around 10% of the selected articles on Euphoria for my loyal readers […]

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Curated 100 Articles on Vocal Media

In this post, I share my selected 100 articles published on Vocal Media. If you enjoy writing, you can join Vocal as a creator to find your voice, reach out to a broad audience, and earn income from your articles. I also write on Medium and NewsBreak.  Please enjoy these articles freely available to all Internet users. Design Thinking for […]

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Three Tips to Activate Autophagy

The natural self-eating process built in our bodies eliminates our zombie cells, viruses, bacteria, pathogens, and harmful proteins. Self-eating is a miracle of the human body. Research studies reveal this pleasant mystery and the paradox of eating useless parts of our bodies. The process is called autophagy in science. Autophagy studies are intense in medicine […]

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Collection of Editor Bios on Illumination

Meet Editors of Illumination Integrated Publications Upon request from our publication writers and readers, we started introducing editors of Illumination Integrated Publications. Editors play a critical role by reviewing submitted stories, screening them to prevent harmful content, and improving the quality of stories. More than 12,500 writers contribute to these publications. Based on our diversity […]

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Longevity Tips

Sorry to disappoint you, but there is no cure to death at this stage. However, most of us want to live as long as possible. Having a quality life even at older ages matters to us. I can’t imagine anyone who wants to suffer from physical and mental pain at any age. Many longevity scientists […]

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Inspiring Articles for Investors

In this post, I share my recent trending articles about investors, published on Medium. I am inspired to write this piece after receiving encouraging feedback from my readers about my recent articles on Warren Buffet and Ray Dalio. Several subscribed readers wanted to read more similar stories as they find them valuable. Honouring their feedback, […]

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