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20Jun, 2023

SLIMMING IS LIKE GARDENING

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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Losing excess weight and too much fat is like turning arid ground into fertile soil that, in order to be productive, needs to be cultivated, cared for, and given attention to every day. To maintain a youthful, slim body, we must be willing to change our worst eating habits and the most misguided life behaviours. It is necessary to be on the move, to exercise daily, to  maintain a healthy diet and adopt healthful life practices. Call our International Call […]
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15Jun, 2023

CHOLESTEROL IS BOTH GOOD AND BAD

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At normal levels, cholesterol is an essential substance (waxy and fat-like appearance) for the body. However, if concentrations in the blood get too high, it becomes a silent danger that puts people at risk of heart attack. Cholesterol is present in every cell of the body and has important natural functions when it comes to digesting foods, producing hormones, and generating vitamin D. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule your Nutritional Consultation and Body Analysis Composition to understand and control your Body Mass Index (BMI).
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14Jun, 2023

LOSING WEIGHT BEFORE HOLIDAYS IS EASY

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: As the thought of getting in a bathing suit looms, quick-fix diets can be tempting, but they tend to backfire pretty easily. With the Nutrition and Behavioural Reeducation Program with Body Modelling that includes a balanced healthy and a proper treatment, adjusted to your body composition ns ro your goals, it is possible to get rid of the extra weight and localized fat in excess before summer, in a safe, fast and efficient way. Call our International Call Center (+351) […]
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14Jun, 2023

EATING SLOW PREVENTS GAINING WEIGHT

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Never rush your meals. If the meal you’ve chosen is breakfast, adjust your alarm to give yourself more than enough time to prepare and enjoy it. Before you begin your meal, take a few deep breaths to center yourself. Pause for a moment between each bite. As you eat, continue to be aware of your breathing as you become full. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and start off your Alimentary and Behavioural Program.
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6Jun, 2023

PROCESSED AND ULTRA-PROCESSED DIETS

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Not all processed foods are bad. Some minimally processed foods can be helpful for busy people. Any time we cook food, we’re processing food. To minimize your intake of processed food, prepare and cook more food at home. Base your meals on whole foods, including vegetables, beans, and whole grains. Processed foods may be more convenient and cost less, but make you eat more and gain weight. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule your Nutritional Consultation and get your customised Alimentary Plan to control […]
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5Jun, 2023

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE PREVENTION

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Heart disease is due in large part to excess fat, especially abdominal fat. Being overweight overwhelms the heart, forcing it to work harder to get the oxygen it needs. You can lower the chances of developing heart diseases by changing simple modifiable behaviours, such as quitting smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, eating healthfully, and being physically active. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00. All our clients benefit from personal assistance with our Nutritional, Psychological and Motivational Support Line to help you change and maintain your new […]
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2Jun, 2023

MENOPAUSE AND WEIGHT-LOSS

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People often experience an increase in body fat during menopause. This is linked with reduced estrogen levels, lower-quality sleep, and reductions in metabolism and muscle mass. Researchers have linked low estrogen levels with an increase in body fat, particularly abdominal fat. Maintaining healthful lifestyle habits can help with losing weight. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule a Nutrition Consultation with one of our nutritionists if you have concerns about your weight or symptoms of hormonal fluctuations, to follow an appropriate treatment.
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1Jun, 2023

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND HEALTHY EATING

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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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31May, 2023

SOMETIMES BEEING SELFISH ISN’T BAD

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Don’t neglect yourself and your health to avoid feeling selfish. Selfishness doesn’t have to be a bad thing. It can be good to be a little selfish to take care of your emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Many people who focus entirely on give, give, give end up overwhelmed, fatigued, and stressed. And chronic stress has been linked to a number of health risks, including conditions like diabetes, cancer, and mental illnesses, plus unhealthy eating and putting on weight. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and let […]
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29May, 2023

STOP OVEREATING

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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Many people overeat or find it difficult to control their appetite, especially with increasing portion size and fast-paced lifestyle. Occasional excessively large meals or snacks will not cause much damage, but over time, too much food can lead to metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a set of risk factors, essentially cardiovascular, based on abdominal obesity. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule a Nutrition Consultation with one of our nutritionists to control your food intake.
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