Whilom fruits were less sweet than nowadays, containing less fructose. Modern fruits are selected and cultivated in a way to get more and more sweet, to please the consumer’s taste. Pure fructose is around 70% sweeter than sugar, but it has a lower glycemic index, since this index is influenced by glucose and not by fructose. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and mention this text to have special access conditions.
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: As you eat, avoid using your phone or computer, don’t read books or magazines, and keep the TV off. Whether it’s working through lunch at a desk or noshing on chips while watching Netflix, distracted eating is common. But while it might seem harmless, it may encourage you to overeat. A review of 24 studies found that distractions led people to consume more calories during a meal. It also caused them to eat more food later in the day. Call our International […]
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With the proper diagnosis and appropriate treatment, I will certainly correct my body composition in a safe and successful way. But I must not wish to lose 10 kg in a week’s time because I can not do it. Between 2 to 3 months will be the ideal period to correct my weight without any danger of recovering it again. In order not to be frustrated I should not expect too fast results. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and let us help you control your […]
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: When you’re trying to lose weight, breakfast can set the tone for the rest of your day. Consuming the wrong foods can amplify your cravings and set you up for failure before the day even begins. On the other hand, filling up on the right foods can curb cravings and keep you feeling full until lunchtime to minimize snacking and ease weight loss. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and consult one of our nutritionists.
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Some people believe that healthy foods are tasteless and boring, but nothing could be further from the truth. The next time you’re craving something tasty, opt for watercress. If you’re trying to lose weight, adding this nutritious, low-calorie vegetable to your diet is certainly worth a try. Watercress is a highly nutritious vegetable that can help fill you up for very few calories, which may aid weight loss. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and mention this […]
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Heart disease is due in large part to excess fat, especially abdominal fat. Being overweight overwhelms the heart, forcing it to work harder to get the oxygen it needs. You can lower the chances of developing heart diseases by changing simple modifiable behaviours, such as quitting smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, eating healthfully, and being physically active. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00. All our clients benefit from personal assistance with our Nutritional, Psychological and Motivational Support Line to help you change and maintain your new […]
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Cravings are defined as intense, urgent or abnormal desires or longings. Not only are they very common, but they’re also arguably one of the most intense feelings you can experience when it comes to food. Some believe that cravings are caused by nutrient deficiencies and view them as the body’s way to correct them. Yet others insist that, unlike hunger, cravings are largely about what your brain wants, rather than what your body actually needs. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 […]
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People often experience an increase in body fat during menopause. This is linked with reduced estrogen levels, lower-quality sleep, and reductions in metabolism and muscle mass. Researchers have linked low estrogen levels with an increase in body fat, particularly abdominal fat. Maintaining healthful lifestyle habits can help with losing weight. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule a Nutrition Consultation with one of our nutritionists if you have concerns about your weight or symptoms of hormonal fluctuations, to follow an appropriate treatment.
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Physical activity contributes to the equilibrium of our daily energy balance, meaning, the difference between energy gains (what we eat) and energy expenditure (the spending of calories). Regular physical activity and a balanced diet allow us to spend the calories provided by food or stored in our body. It contributes to the balance of our body weight and avoids the extra pounds and excess fat accumulated. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and have a non-invasive “liposuction” done. In an hour you may lose up to […]
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First, it is necessary to stop the weight gain so that the height / weight ratio returns to normal. To do this, it is necessary to rebalance the diet not only of the youngster but of the whole family, with the help of a nutritionist. The latter will know better how to explain to everyone what the food balance consists of, what are the errors to rectify and why. This way, family will know how to be supportive, not blaming. And urge the juveniles to do sports and watch less […]
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