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30Sep, 2024
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POOR SLEEP CAN MAKE YOU FAT

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Poor sleep is strongly linked to weight gain. People with short sleep duration tend to weigh significantly more than those who get adequate sleep. In fact, short sleep duration is one more risk factor for obesity. In one extensive review study, children and adults with short sleep duration were 89% and 55% more likely to become obese, respectively. A good night’s sleep is incredibly important for your health. In truth, it’s just as important as eating healthy and exercising. If you’re trying to lose weight, getting quality sleep is absolutely crucial, but the Food Reeducation […]
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26Sep, 2024
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STROKE AND LACK OF EXERCISE

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: A recent study of nearly 1,000 individuals who had had a stroke found that they practiced few or no exercise… Think about it! Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule your appointment with our Fitness Advisor.
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26Sep, 2024
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HIGH-FIBER FOODS FOR A HEALTHFUL DIET

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To include high-fibre foods in your diet brings many benefits, such as keeping the gut healthy, boosting heart health, and promoting weight loss. According to the most up-to-date dietary guidelines, the adequate intake of fibre for adult men is 33.6 g per day, and 28 g for adult women. But most people do not meet this goal. The average fibre intake is 17 g, and only 5 percent of people meet the adequate daily intake. A complete, varied and rich diet should be composed of both soluble and insoluble fibre, which means including […]
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25Sep, 2024
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FOODS FOR THE HEART

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Whether you’re recovering from a heart attack or trying to prevent one, a healthy diet should be part of the plan. As you start building your healthy eating strategy, it’s important to know which foods to limit and which foods to target. Schedule your appointment calling our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and one of our nutritionists will customize your alimentary plan, according to your needs.
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25Sep, 2024
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GREEK YOGURT IN MODERATE DOSES

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Greek yogurt differs from other yogurts because it goes through a straining process to remove the whey, a liquid that contains lactose, a natural sugar found in milk. Many of the potential health benefits of Greek yogurt relate to its high protein content. A protein-rich diet may help reduce hunger, boost metabolism, and build muscle. Greek yogurt is an excellent source of calcium, improving bone health. It also contains probiotics, which support a healthy bacterial balance in the gut. Eating Greek yogurt may be associated with lower blood pressure and a lower risk […]
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24Sep, 2024
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EXTRA-VIRGIN

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: The best olive oil for your health is the extra-virgin (acidity equal to or less than 0,8%), for it preserves all nutrients and assures all its benefits. Olive oil, made out of olives, when not used in excess with our food, is an excellent protector of the cardiovascular system, providing vitamins A, D, E and K. It also protects our cells membranes, as it contains omega 3 and 6 with inflammatory properties. Re-educate your food intake. Call our International Call […]
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24Sep, 2024
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GARLIC POWER

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Poor on calories and rich on vitamins and antioxidants, the great therapeutic and regenerator power of garlic is due to its components coming from sulphur, the principal being allicin, responsible for the strong odour of our breath when we eat plenty of garlic. More and more studies reveal a lesser incidence of cancer among population eating garlic on a regular basis. Garlic has as well antibiotic properties and it is also particularly efficient when fighting bad cholesterol, so helping to control body weight and too much fat in the organism. […]
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23Sep, 2024
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WATER – THE SPORTSMAN DRINK

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Few are the sportsmen, amateurs in particular, that hydrate correctly: one must drink water before, during and after exercising physically. Water lost as sweat must be compensated to avoid the risk of dehydration. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and know more about this subject at the Sports Nutrition Consultation.
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23Sep, 2024
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… AND THE HEN FILLS HER BELLY

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Belonging to the legume family, chickpeas are low fat food and a source of soluble fibres and vegetable proteins. As with all legumes it has several health benefits. Chickpeas have important nutritional qualities, among which a high level of soluble fibres that may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. And also its consumption quickly causes a satiety feeling, chickpeas becoming an allied not to despise when following a rich and well-balanced slimming diet plan. The Food Reeducation and Behavioural Program and Body Modelling, permits an individualisation of the alimentary plan, […]
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20Sep, 2024
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CLEANSE DIETS

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As the global obesity epidemic continues, so does the search for easy and rapid weight loss solutions. In recent years, weight loss cleanses have taken center stage as one of the most popular methods for dropping weight rapidly. But their effectiveness is not established and, furthermore, weight loss cleanses may be dangerous for health. Our Food Reeducation and Behavioural Program and Body Modelling by Clínica do Tempo®, enables an individualisation of the alimentary regime and weight and fat excess reduction, without any health risks and no discomfort for the client. It […]
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