TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Do you prefer to eat breakfast first then do your morning fitness routine, or do you skip breakfast altogether? Compared to skipping breakfast, eating breakfast before exercise increases the speed at which we digest, absorb, and metabolize carbohydrate that we may eat after exercise.
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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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The benefits of chlorophyll include improving health, boosting energy, and fighting illnesses. The primary ways of including chlorophyll in the diet is by eating green vegetables, such as alfalfa and spinach. A study found that applying to the skin a gel containing chlorophyllin, a derivative of natural chlorophyll that is better absorbed by the body than other forms of chlorophyll, reduced signs of photoaging, which is skin aging that results from sun exposure. This is specially important in summer. Eternus® is a facial anti-aging treatment, restructuring the skin in a totally natural […]
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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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There are two main culprits that accelerate the aging process of our skin: sun exposure and Advanced Glycation End products (AGEs). AGEs form when protein or fat combine with sugar. While these aging culprits aren’t 100 percent in our control, using sunscreen and following a proper Alimentary Plan can help with how our body protects and heals our skin. And not only minding your diet is important, but it always helps to consult your nutritionist to remind you of how certain foods can affect your skin health. Call our International Call […]
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At normal levels, cholesterol is an essential substance (waxy and fat-like appearance) for the body. However, if concentrations in the blood get too high, it becomes a silent danger that puts people at risk of heart attack. Cholesterol is present in every cell of the body and has important natural functions when it comes to digesting foods, producing hormones, and generating vitamin D. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule your Nutritional Consultation and Body Analysis Composition to understand and control your Body Mass Index (BMI).
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Not all processed foods are bad. Some minimally processed foods can be helpful for busy people. Any time we cook food, we’re processing food. To minimize your intake of processed food, prepare and cook more food at home. Base your meals on whole foods, including vegetables, beans, and whole grains. Processed foods may be more convenient and cost less, but make you eat more and gain weight. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule your Nutritional Consultation and get your customised Alimentary Plan to control […]
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Don’t neglect yourself and your health to avoid feeling selfish. Selfishness doesn’t have to be a bad thing. It can be good to be a little selfish to take care of your emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Many people who focus entirely on give, give, give end up overwhelmed, fatigued, and stressed. And chronic stress has been linked to a number of health risks, including conditions like diabetes, cancer, and mental illnesses, plus unhealthy eating and putting on weight. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and let […]
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