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29Mar, 2018

BENEFITS OF FIBRE IN THE DIET

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A good balance of fibre in the diet is associated with a host of health benefits. These include reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and colorectal cancer, lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, improved gastrointestinal health, help with weight management and fat elimination, and more regular bowel movements. There are two basic kinds of fibre, soluble and insoluble. Although the body cannot digest either of them, they are both necessary for a healthy diet. Soluble fibre breaks down in the water found in the digestive system and forms a gel. It helps keep stools soft and […]
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28Mar, 2018

SOY SPROUTS SALAD

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Soy sprouts salad is easy to prepare, delicious and low in calories. In a bowl place dark lettuce, arugula, radish cubes, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes and soy sprouts. Season with olive oil and vinegar, blend and sprinkle a few dried fruits over all to your taste, you can use nuts, almonds, hazelnuts or whatever tree n uts you like the best.
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27Mar, 2018

DON’T GET THIRSTY!

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: We have to drink plenty of liquids to avoid being dehydrated, in average we need 6-8 glasses every day (and to those glasses we may include water present in foods we eat). All non-alcoholic drinks count, but water and low fat milk are the healthiest choices. Try to refrain soda beverages that contain a high level of sugar and calories, and prefer water to it or even fruit smoothies.
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26Mar, 2018

BROCCOLI

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Broccoli are a true “bomb” in what concerns fighting cancer and also protecting lungs, they help blood pressure control, improve our natural defenses, avoid stomach problems, turn your eyes even prettier, they balance sugar in the blood, and a lot more. This vegetable has no waste, since everything is eatable – the stalk, the leaves and the flowers. If we had to line-up all super-foods, broccoli would be in first-line. In average, depending on the way broccoli are cooked, 100 […]
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21Mar, 2018

TWICE AS HEALTHY!

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: To mix foods is very important to accelerate your metabolism and control your hunger. You will feel full and satisfied if you join in a meal, for example, carbohydrates and protein, rather than if you would eat just one of those foods alone. And if you had some fruit for your afternoon snack and you’re still hungry, then add some nuts, fresh cheese or yoghurt. When it gets to mixing foods, an easy rule is to remember to eat at […]
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21Mar, 2018

THE IMPORTANCE OF TREES

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According to the association Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BFCI) that made the first universal study about trees, published in 2017, there might exist more than sixty thousand different tree species in the whole world. Trees play an important role on the terrestrial ecological functioning, because of their capacity to stock carbon and they have an active participation on the cycle of water, and, in a general way, they form complex ecosystems such as forests, source material and biodiversity refuges. They are also for human society an important source of material […]
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19Mar, 2018

ALLOWED AND FORBIDDEN FOODS

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The Food Reeducation and Behavioural Program and Body Modelling by Clínica do Tempo®, enables the individualisation of your alimentary regime so that you may reduce your extra weight and fat excess, in a healthy and efficient way, without the risk of getting it back again. Strictly following the instructions you will be receiving, and without changing the prescribed food regime, you will quickly attain your goals. Allowed foods are plenty: lean meat and fish, poached eggs, boiled or omelette, fresh cheese, curd cheese, skimmed natural yoghurt, fruits and juice fruits, […]
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15Mar, 2018

TO DETECT ANY PROBLEMS

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: With the Orthomolecular Check-Up from Clínica do Tempo® it is possible to find out the levels of vitamins, minerals, heavy metals, and free radicals, among others, that are present in someone’s organism. Once shortages are detected, it is possible to act by means of the most adequate supplements to solve the problem in question.
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14Mar, 2018

PACKAGING LABELS

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: When we look at package labels we should pay more attention to it, especially to the Ingredients List and the Nutritional Information Table. Read the packaging labels more carefully and always chose healthier food, richer in nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and alimentary fibres. Avoid at all costs sodium, added sugars and saturated fat!
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1Mar, 2018

EAT AND BE MERRY

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Did you know there are some foods that can help our good mood? Banana – Decreases anxiety. Banana is good for your sleep, due to the stimulation of serotonin (a neurotransmitter that makes us feel good), it helps getting in the mood and feel relax. Oatmeal – Contains selenium, an excellent sedative for the nervous system. Honey – It also stimulates the serotonin production, which is, as said above, excellent to relax and to be merry.
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