TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: I love to live my life. And I like to open the door to our clients to a better life, teaching them healthier habits and behaviours that provide them good mental and physical health, keeping them away from illnesses and worries. Good life quality is based on a healthful nutrition. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule an appointment for a Nutrition Consultation.
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Average life expectancy has evolved positively since the end of last century. It is said that until 2080 Portuguese women will live up to 93 years of age and men up to 88, in average, around 10 years more than nowadays. We can say that we have contributed to these good news, in our clinics and in the media, that the Longevity Formula can be found in ourselves – Healthy Nutrition, regular practice of Physical Exercise, Stress Control, Weight and Fatness, and Emotional Balance. The Anti-Aging Programme by Clínica do […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Skin needs a variety of nutrients, including vitamins A, C, E, and zinc, to stay healthy. Fruits and vegetables are rich in these and other vitamins and minerals. Consult one of the nutritionists at Clínica do Tempo® to draw you a tailored diet plan for a better skin condition.
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They appear as bands of thinned skin, usually grouped in the abdomen, breasts, thighs and lumbosacral zone. Sudden changes in skin tension, due to weight gain or loss, facilitate their appearance. Skin can stretch to accommodate size changes, including those due to weight fluctuations, puberty, muscle gain, and pregnancy. If the skin stretches too quickly, the collagen and elastin connective tissues in the skin may break, resulting in stretch marks. Eternus® is an anti-ageing treatment with a technology based on Radiofrequency 3 DEEP that stimulates the fibroblasts to help repair damaged […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Anyone interested in losing weight and fat should consider the following safe ways to shed some pounds: Exercising regularly, keeping a food diary, getting support, eating a balanced, nutritious diet, and talking to a nutritionist. The best weight loss solutions are sustainable, long-term changes to a person’s diet and lifestyle.
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Advising people to have a varied diet could encourage them to eat foods that are not so good for their health in addition to those that are. Instead, the emphasis should be on “health[ful] eating patterns” with sufficient amounts of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, pulses, nuts, seeds, low-fat dairy foods, and vegetable oils, while limiting consumption of red meats, sugar-sweetened drinks, and sweets, and enhance physical activity. This is the main message of a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association and corresponds word by word to what we tell […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Physiologically, 11 days are needed to really profit from vacations. But the ideal period would be 2 to 3 weeks. When you return tired from your holidays, you need to sleep well, to keep a physical activity, to refill your body or vitamins and minerals, and to follow a proper diet, personalised for your case.
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A new study suggests that adhering to a Mediterranean diet relieve the severity of psoriasis, its inflammatory conditions on the skin, and slow its progression. Its high content of monounsaturated fats (which are found in olive oil and other plant oils), high levels of antioxidants and polyphenols (found in fruits and vegetables), and high content of fiber (from vegetables or wholegrain cereals) may all be responsible for the diet’s anti-inflammatory properties. Also, a Mediterranean diet limits dairy and meat consumption, as well as restricts alcohol use to a moderate level. When […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: It is commonplace for cafés and restaurants to play music while you eat. A new study asked whether the volume of these tunes might impact how healthful our dietary choices are. As expected, when quieter music was playing, people chose the more healthful items on the menu. Good nutrition depends as well on good mood and ambiance!
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Chocolate is rich in antioxidants. Despite its bad reputation for causing weight gain, there are a number of health benefits associated with its consumption (particularly dark chocolate) that include: lowering cholesterol levels, preventing cognitive decline, and reducing the risk of cardiovascular problems. The higher the cocoa content, as in dark chocolate, the more benefits there are. Dark chocolate may also contain less fat and sugar, but it is important to check the label. All in all, eating chocolate can have both health benefits and risks. As ever, moderation is key. […]
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