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13Feb, 2018
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SENIOR MOMENTS AND MEMORY

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Senior Moments are memory lapses from which, as we get older, we do seem to suffer more often. Memory failures normally occur when a person is worried and they increase as years go by, becoming an evident sign of ageing. But there are also abnormal causes that affect the intelectual capacities, and then we must talk about cognitive impairment, which causes may have distinct pathological sources. The Orthomolecular Dietetics as part of the Anti-Ageing Programme has natural ingredients that permit to free specific neurotransmitters from the brain, among which the […]
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12Feb, 2018
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BEST FOOD FOR WEIGHT LOSS

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Research by scientists has revealed that some foods may have an impact on appetite. These could be beneficial for weight loss when incorporated into a healthful diet and lifestyle. Read on to learn more about seven foods that may be helpful for weight loss. People should buy nutrient-dense foods if they are trying to lose weight. Foods that provide protein and fiber could be especially helpful for weight management. One study found that some foods — including fruits, vegetables, nuts, […]
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12Feb, 2018
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LITHIUM BATTERIES AND LIGHT WEIGHT

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The Jornal Económico was saying at the end of last year that Goldman Sachs named lithium the “new gasoline” and that Portugal is already where different companies are exploring this raw material. This subject is making the news, but not for health purposes, where lithium also has an important role. In the human body, lithium is a mineral that competes with iode at the thyroid level. Lack in lithium causes changes in the way we behaviour, anxiety, depression, head-aches, herpes and dermatological seborrhea. Lithium breaks down the production of cholesterol by […]
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9Feb, 2018
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BREAST CANCER – INHERITATED RISKS?

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A new research shows that exposure to a high-fat diet can increase the risk of breast cancer across generations. These findings may consolidate understanding of breast cancer factors and help to improve prevention. Breast cancer is the most widespread type of cancer among women in the world. The known causes of lifestyle-related breast cancer have so far included alcohol consumption, lack of physical exercise, obesity, choice of contraceptives, hormone therapy, and breast-feeding. The new research may add an imbalanced diet during pregnancy to this list, suggesting that eating foods that are […]
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8Feb, 2018
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DIET, THE IMMUNE SYSTEM AND OBESITY

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Consuming a balanced diet and eating the recommended amounts of nutrients will help maintain normal immune function. Vitamins A, C, and D, and minerals — including zinc — play a role in the functioning of the immune system. If you eat a balanced diet, you will have no need to take supplements of these vitamins and minerals and taking extra will not particularly help your immune system. Populations that are malnourished are known to be more susceptible to infection, and there is some evidence that deficiencies in certain micronutrients alter […]
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8Feb, 2018
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FIND YOUR KEY

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: A good nutrition is one of the keys for a healthy living. Sometimes you just have to follow a well-balanced diet so that many of your health problems may disappear. Eat foods that contain vitamins and minerals. These include fruits, vegetables, dairy products and a clean source of protein. Always avoid, whenever it’s possible, fats, sodas and refined sugar…
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7Feb, 2018
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TROUBLE LOSING WEIGHT?

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Some people find it harder to lose weight than others, but why is this? A new study has identified a molecule in fat cells that could also be responsible for it. Researchers found that the fat cells of people who are obese show higher expression of a molecule called lysyl oxidase (LOX). LOX is associated with fibrosis, or “scarring,” of fat tissue, which, as previous research has shown, can hamper weight loss efforts. It is thought that half of the Portuguese people are obese, or risk to become obese, which […]
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7Feb, 2018
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A DAY TO DETOXIFY!

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Breakfast: Early in the morning put in a blender an apple, half a dozen of spinach leaves, a teaspoon of lemon juice, spread all over with a glass of water, beat until it gets liquid and drink it, you may add a spoon of honey to make it sweater. Lunch: For lunch prepare a pumpkin cream (with courgette, onion and pumpkin). At dinner you can eat this cream again, or any other, as long as it is light. Breaks in […]
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6Feb, 2018
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FIBER AND WEIGHT GAIN

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By promoting the growth of gut bacteria, dietary fiber could prevent obesity, metabolic syndrome, and unwanted changes in the intestine, according to a study from Georgia State University. Obesity is linked with metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that include hypertension, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal triglyceride or cholesterol levels. As obesity rates continue to soar, understanding how these conditions work together and what can be done to prevent them is more pressing than ever. In fact, as Western society struggles under the weight of […]
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6Feb, 2018
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TRAINING AT YOUR PLACE? YES!

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: 6 To do your physical exercise, a spacious room surrounded by mirrors is not necessary… You just need 5 sq. m. of clearance, enough for exercising with your body weight, jumping, dancing, doing push-ups, planks, squats. To have your practice varied and thrilling, consider investing in some basic equipment, such as elastic-resistance training, a horizontal bench, a non-slip exercise mat, a jumping rope or even some dumbbells. What’s important is that you keep moving at least 20 minutes, every day!
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