Sometimes while losing weight you feel like you’re doing everything right, yet still not getting results. Many factors can affect scale weight, including fluid fluctuations, muscle mass gain and the weight of undigested food. You may be losing body extra fat even if the scale reading doesn’t change much. Phone our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and consult one of our nutritionists to find out how you are doing.
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We know that processed foods are bad for us, although they may be tasty. Many processed foods, like potato chips, have a high content of both saturated fat and carbohydrates. However, they also have little to no nutritional value that may be beneficial for us. Instead, they are packed with “empty calories,” meaning that they can build up our fat levels without providing us with much energy. If we consistently eat processed foods, this will gradually increase our risk of metabolic conditions, namely obesity or diabetes, and of other complex diseases, such as […]
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People who are physically fit are generally healthier. And when they do get sick, they usually recover faster. Often physically fit people are more attractive. They have less fat and more muscle and their skin may have that healthy glow that comes from regular exercise. Often too, a physically fit person is sharper mentally and able to do his or her work more efficiently. Physical fitness also brings with it a certain pride and sense of well-being. And when your body and mind are functioning as they were meant to […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Heart disease is still the number one killer in Portugal. Eating foods high in fat, cholesterol, or sodium can be very bad for the heart. A healthy diet, regular practice of physical activity and stress control are sensible measures to minimize those risks but may not be enough, especially if there is abdominal fat, the worst for your health. Clínica do Tempo® provides the Liposhaper®, a totally painless and non-invasive treatment that, creating a permeability in the adipocyte membrane, it […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: A 30-minute session with Biotime® is equivalent to 750 well-executed sit-ups. Here’s what I consider “well-executed” to mean: 1. Assume a laid-down position and legs bent to a 90º angle with your thighs, arms on the chest or behind your head; 2. Slightly raise your upper-body keeping your lower-body on the ground, head aligned and looking up; 3. Breathe-out from your mouth on the ascendant phase and breathe-in from your nose on the descendant phase of the movement; 4. This exercise should […]
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Eggs do not have, in general, a good reputation on account of its richness in cholesterol. But we should not so fast denigrate this food that Mother Nature has endowed with many other nutritional qualities. It is true that a high level of cholesterol in blood increases the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. But it is important to know, first of all, that the essential (80%) of cholesterol is synthesised in the body by the liver. The remaining 20% are provided by food, namely, eggs and its by-products, other sources […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: From today onwards and at least until the end of the year, specially avoid all that is particularly rich in lipids; charcuterie, cured cheese, pastry, sauces rich in butter but also in oil, like maionese, remoulade dressing, etc. You’ll have less weight and fat to lose in January at Clínica do Tempo. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00, and schedule now your Nutrition Cconsultation.
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Before you set off on your trip, start building your immune system now with proper food, exercise, and sleep. Begin each day with a healthy breakfast consisting of fresh fruits, juice and vegetables. This is an ongoing process especially throughout the winter and flu season. But all the year as well if you do not want to get extra pounds. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00, and consult one of our nutritionists in advance, avoiding all risks.
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The human being is a specialist in getting excuses not to change behaviours that lead to changes, even when that transformation may bring important benefits to health, wellness, longevity and body beauty, as it happens with our Food Re-Education, Behaviour and Body Modelling Program. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 schedule now your program. You may count on our full support and motivation to guarantee your success as soon as possible, and without any excuses!
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: These holidays, try to keep up your normal routine as much as possible. When you head downtown or to the mall to shop, park your car away from the stores. Wear comfortable shoes and walk briskly from shop to shop. After having a meal, go for a neighbourhood stroll. You’ll have an even Happier Christmas! Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00, and consult one of our nutritionists for even more healthful advices.
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