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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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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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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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5Feb, 2018
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ORHTOMOLCULAR DIETETICS

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Well balanced food supplements are needed when the lack of some nutrients is detected, a shortage that might cause important imbalances in the human body. The fulfilment of these food imbalances enables to delay of our biological clock and helps us to live longer and healthier. The food supplements of Clínica do Tempo® are subject to a thorough quality control, respecting all the enforced legislation. The innovative and scientific spirit of these Orthomolecular Dietetic is clear in the super-formulas of the Anti-Ageing and Anti-Fat Programs, and in the Frut & Veg, […]
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2Feb, 2018
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A DIET SHOULD BE HIGH IN FIBRE

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: A high in fibre diet is very important to our organism! The gastrointestinal tract is stocked with micro-organisms, such as bacteria, viruses and fungus. A diet with no fibres modifies the composition of the intestinal bacteria, causing an inflammatory response in our organism. Most common symptoms of intestinal disorders are discomfort and abdominal pain, diarrheas and constipation, abdominal distension, swelling and flatulence. Follow a balanced diet, poor in fatness and other offenders of the intestinal flora, alcohol for instance, and high […]
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1Feb, 2018
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HOW WE EAT

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: To feed ourselves in a healthy and balanced way, it is not enough just to correctly select good foods, it is also important the way we cook them. We should as well pay attention to the way we eat, because eating too quickly is harmful to our health and make us gain weight and grow fat even more. Take your time with your meal, not only will your food taste better, but you will surely be eating just what is […]
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