Whilom fruits were less sweet than nowadays, containing less fructose. Modern fruits are selected and cultivated in a way to get more and more sweet, to please the consumer’s taste. Pure fructose is around 70% sweeter than sugar, but it has a lower glycemic index, since this index is influenced by glucose and not by fructose. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and mention this text to have special access conditions.
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Some people believe that healthy foods are tasteless and boring, but nothing could be further from the truth. The next time you’re craving something tasty, opt for watercress. If you’re trying to lose weight, adding this nutritious, low-calorie vegetable to your diet is certainly worth a try. Watercress is a highly nutritious vegetable that can help fill you up for very few calories, which may aid weight loss. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and mention this […]
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Seasonal allergies, also called hay fever or allergic rhinitis, only occur during certain parts of the year, usually the spring or summer. Lifestyle changes may help ease your springtime woes. Adding certain foods to your diet could actually help relieve symptoms like the nose-dripping and eye-watering. From reducing inflammation to boosting the immune system, there are a number of dietary choices that may help mitigate the miseries of seasonal allergies. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 […]
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Physical activity contributes to the equilibrium of our daily energy balance, meaning, the difference between energy gains (what we eat) and energy expenditure (the spending of calories). Regular physical activity and a balanced diet allow us to spend the calories provided by food or stored in our body. It contributes to the balance of our body weight and avoids the extra pounds and excess fat accumulated. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and have a non-invasive “liposuction” done. In an hour you may lose up to […]
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: The start of summer is here, and vacation plans await. Researchers from the University of Georgia reveal that people who weigh themselves daily during times when they may be more likely to indulge — “staycation” or vacations, for example — will more successfully maintain their weight or even lose some compared to people who don’t dare step on the scales. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and consult one of our nutritionists, even in the Algarve […]
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Some people believe that healthy foods are tasteless and boring, but nothing could be further from the truth. The next time you’re craving something tasty, opt for spinach. Spinach is a large edible leafy vegetable of dark green color, which can be eaten raw or boiled, preferably steamed. For their capacity of improving digestion and slimming, they are called “the broom of the stomach”. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and mention this text to have special […]
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Eating ultra-processed foods leads to weight gain in just two weeks. Ultra-processed foods include soft drinks, packaged snack foods, meat nuggets, frozen meals, and foods rich in additives and poor in non-processed ingredients. In addition to being an increased risk of developing obesity, they can cause other health problems such as intestinal inflammation, immune deficiency and even several types of cancer. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and bring your family to start together a Reeducation […]
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Whether you prefer soda, coffee, or beer, the biggest reason you love your beverage of choice isn’t because of the way it tastes. No, according to researchers at Northwestern University in Chicago, your drink preferences may be the result of the “reward” you feel when you drink them. In other words, you’re drawn to certain beverages for the way they make you feel, not for the way they taste. So, better stick to plain water. It’s the most natural and […]
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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Simple, quick and easy to prepare, salads are an inexpensive and appetising way to prepare a balanced meal in an instant. An ideal salad in the nutritional plan should contain all the nutrients essential to the functioning of our organism: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, fibres and vitamins and minerals to meet all the needs of the body. The basis of a good salad is the freshest vegetables, greenstuff and seasonal fruits. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 […]
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Some people believe that healthy foods are tasteless and boring, but nothing could be further from the truth. The next time you’re craving something tasty, opt for a Brussel spouts. Brussels sprouts are highly nutritious vegetables. They resemble mini cabbages and can be eaten raw or cooked, roasted in the oven for instance. Research shows that eating Brussels sprouts may protect against DNA damage due to their high vitamin C content. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and mention this text to have special access conditions.
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