TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Photoaging is the early aging of skin due to sun exposure in excess. Ultraviolet B rays (UVB) damage the upper layers of the skin, weakening it, preventing cell renewal and causing stains of pigment cells. Ultraviolet A rays act deep in the skin destroying the elastic fibres and reducing collagen that support the skin, resulting the appearance of wrinkles.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: What causes obesity, too many carbohydrates or too much fat? Opinions as to which parts of our diets are likely to cause obesity are split. In essence, that it is hard to tell. Both have pros and cons, some people may benefit more from laying off the fats, whereas others may see better results by sticking to a low-carb dietary plan. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and learn more about losing weight and fat.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Unsaturated fats, like olive oil, and those rich in polyunsaturated, such as fish oils, although they have a beneficial effect on blood cholesterol, when consumed in excess they also may be harmful. If nothing else, they get you fat. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00, schedule an appointment for a Nutrition Consultation and get to know what excess stands for.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Rich in good nutrients, proteins and fibres, seaweed are splendid for our body contour, for the intestinal transit and for health. Eatable seaweed have much iron, vitamin C, calcium, copper, manganese, zinc and iode, providing us all its benefits. Besides they are poor in lipids, what makes them an easy food to digest. Learn more calling our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule your Nutritional Consultation before your holidays begin.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Muscle and fat are different tissues and you cannot change one to the other, although you can change their relative proportions. Physical exercise leads to an increase in muscle mass and a decrease in fat mass: but one has not changed into the other, one has just become more and the other less. Therefore, if on holidays you do not train so hard, don’t worry, muscle does not turn to fat on cessation of exercise! But on your return call our International […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: For long known as the precursors of vitamin A, today carotenes are given more attention for their antioxidant activity. Oxidation is a phenomenon occurring as well in the human body, being at the origin of ageing. Carotenes are one of the most important antioxidants, and very beneficial for skin, giving colour to it and preparing it for tanning. Ask you nutritionist. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: That’s a question everyone who wants to lose weight ask themselves, and an option that also depends on what and how much you drink. Champagne is still on fashion and will be served at many summer parties, being one of the less caloric alcohol drinks. Enjoy your “flute” and do not worry about the consequences on the weight scale. Thanks to its content of magnesium, potassium and zinc, champagne enhances your good mood and does not cause headaches. But as […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: If you made a mistake and had a too much large lunch or dinner, make your body work on your behalf. Don’t put yourself to sleep afterwards and instead take a 30-minute walk, at least, to help your body to digest food using it as energy, avoiding this way to be stored as fat. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00, schedule an appointment for a Nutrition Consultation and take a better route in your life.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Even the most refractory to sports will admit it, sports in summer are much less compelling than in winter. In summer, both with mood and temperatures high, it’s magical, all sports that seemed to be dull become pleasant, and they also help us to get a tan: marching, cycling, swimming, badminton, oar, tennis, golf, beach rackets, paddle, there is always a physical activity designed for anyone and to all tastes! Be on the move. Call our International Call Center (+351) […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: A healthful diet is not only worth for living longer, but also as a way to improve life quality. When reducing weight and fat excess, you get more energy and feel a greater well-being, which are part of the modern concept of health that is no longer simply the absence of disease. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00, schedule an appointment for a Nutrition Consultation and take a better route in your life.
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