TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Sugary drinks, as well as alcoholic drinks, have been linked to an increased risk of weight gain and many diseases. Your brain doesn’t register liquid calories as it does with solid foods, making you drink more and more. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00, schedule an appointment for a Nutrition Consultation and mind what you drink, to your heal
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Advising people to have a varied diet could encourage them to eat foods that are not so good for their health in addition to those that are. Instead, the emphasis should be on “health[ful] eating patterns” with sufficient amounts of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, pulses, nuts, seeds, low-fat dairy foods, and vegetable oils, while limiting consumption of red meats, sugar-sweetened drinks, and sweets, and enhance physical activity. This is the main message of a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association and corresponds word by word to what we tell […]
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: The health benefits of polyphenols in wine are known because they act as antioxidants. Now more benefits of red wine components have been discovered. They may be good for your teeth. But when you pour yourself another glass of wine, remember that you should always drink in moderation. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and consult one of our nutritionists to take a closer look at the science.
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If you are concerned about your cholesterol levels, examining your overall dietary intake and lifestyle choices may be a smarter choice than reducing the cholesterol levels of specific foods, like eggs. Consuming unprocessed, nutritious foods, getting enough physical activity, and losing excess body weight and extra fat are all healthy, effective ways to reduce cholesterol levels. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00, schedule a Nutrition Consultation and have a Body Composition Analysis.
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Alimentary fibre is a fundamental part of a healthy diet. However, not all fibre is created equal. Some types are highly beneficial, while others can cause digestive problems in some people. To get to know which fibres will help you losing weight and body fat, without peril for your health, consult one of our nutritionists. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule now your Nutritional Consultation.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Help your children enjoying healthy food! Make it fun for the kids to try new flavours, shapes and textures of fruits and legumes. Let them chose a new fruit or vegetable each week at the supermarket, the idea is to find together how to prepare and then cook those foods in a healthy way.
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: No, you don’t have to get 12 hours of sleep nightly with cucumbers on your lids to look younker when you wake up. But you can be sure that people will say you don’t look your age, if you incorporate good-for-you choices into your day, such as increasing physical activity and following a heathy diet. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00, we help people to rejuvenate and live longer in better health.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: The disease that kills the most in the world is not cancer but cardiovascular diseases, caused mainly by excess fat in the body. When we diet and lose weight we become lighter but we rarely get thinner, because the weight we lose is mostly muscle and water. In every 5Kg we lose on a diet, 4 are lost in lean mass. The most effective natural solution is Liposhaper, the first non-invasive “liposuction”. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 […]
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Sweet potatoes can be prepared in a number of ways — from mashed and fried to steamed and baked. But did you know that they’re nutrient dense and offer a number of health benefits? If you’re trying to find healthier starchy options for your lunch or dinner, consider adding sweet potatoes to your recipe repertoire. These underground tubers, known scientifically as Ipomoea batatas, are rich in beta-carotene, an antioxidant that’s effective in raising blood levels of vitamin A, especially in children. Schedule your Nutrition Consultation calling our International Call Center (+351) 21 […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: During the festive season, people’s waistlines tend to expand as their self-control contracts. While food and drink flow freely, restraint is in short supply, and sedentary activities abound. Now it’s time to make a change, but professional help is needed if you really want to lose weight and fat, instead of losing your time. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and consult one of our nutritionists.
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