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20Sep, 2024

CLEANSE DIETS

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As the global obesity epidemic continues, so does the search for easy and rapid weight loss solutions. In recent years, weight loss cleanses have taken center stage as one of the most popular methods for dropping weight rapidly. But their effectiveness is not established and, furthermore, weight loss cleanses may be dangerous for health. Our Food Reeducation and Behavioural Program and Body Modelling by Clínica do Tempo®, enables an individualisation of the alimentary regime and weight and fat excess reduction, without any health risks and no discomfort for the client. It […]
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19Sep, 2024

IT’S STILL HOT

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The human body must be at a temperature close to 37ºC whatever is the outdoor temperature, -10ºC or +35ºC. So that it is, there is a set of phenomena that permanently take place in the body to produce heat (thermogenesis) or to release heat (thermodispersion). Balance between both is called thermoregulation and it is part of the basic metabolism and consumes many calories. Heat, just as cold, improve the energy expenditure, and so it is a way to lose weight. If you have a healthy diet, of course. The Food […]
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18Sep, 2024

PREVENTING WEIGHT IN EXCESS

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Losing weight is not the only way to fight obesity. Prevention is even more important, as in preventing not only the weight from accumulating in the first place, and body fat as well. This is one more reason why you should consult one of the nutritionists at Clínica do Tempo®!
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18Sep, 2024

MEN AND WOMEN FAT

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Body fat accumulates differently in the bodies of men and those of women. There are health consequences that ensue from these differences. Women tend to be lean when they are young but gain weight after menopause because estrogen (a hormone which action is linked to ovulation) helps them keep excessive weight at bay. However, women are more protected than men against the harmful effects of being overweight, a phenomenon that may have a lot to do with women’s body shape and their body fat distribution. Belly fat, commonly in men, […]
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17Sep, 2024

SMOKE AND FAT

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The British Cancer Research Centre revealed that obesity is taking over tobacco as the first indirect death cause by cancer among United Kingdom women population. But this is a problem of our global village, and also the cause of increased mortality due to cardiovascular issues and other kind of early death risks. It also revealed that in 25 years from now overweight will be the origin of many types of cancer, but truth is that it is so already! Fortunately, bad life habits as smoking have been decreasing, also due […]
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13Sep, 2024

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

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The digestive system enables your body to convert food into usable nutrients, through a system of organs, including the esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, and intestines. As digestion continues, the food is propelled from organ to organ through muscular contractions. The connection between all of these organs and their fluids requires a delicate balance that can easily be disrupted by numerous factors, including wrong diet, stress, lack of exercise, unhealthy nutrition and more. And this imbalance can be the cause for having too much weight, extra fat and difficulty in losing both. […]
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12Sep, 2024

SIMPLE vs. COMPLEX

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Many people choose to maintain a low-carb diet or to cut carbohydrates out entirely. However, it is not a good idea to go on a low or no-carb diet unless a nutritionist specifically advises, as it may not be beneficial to some people. Carbohydrates are an essential macronutrient and a valuable energy source. A healthful diet should include more nutritious complex carbohydrates than simple carbohydrates that contain little to no nutritional value. The different types of carbohydrates vary in terms of the impact they have on a person’s health. It’s […]
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11Sep, 2024

NEW HABITS AND BEHAVIOURS

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Sticking to a diet and exercise plan may look difficult, but it isn’t if you have professional help and guidance. Once you have balanced your weight and got rid of your body extra fat, there are several proven tips that can help you keeping on your new behaviours and diet habits. You can use smaller plates, eat more slowly, drink water and avoid eating in front of the TV or computer. These are a few simple changes that can have a massive impact on your weight over the long term, and there is […]
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10Sep, 2024

A QUESTION OF TIME

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A study led by researchers in North Carolina (USA) reveals that over the course of a 16-week program, lifestyle changes had the biggest impact on high blood pressure. In all, the study involved 129 men and women who were either overweight or obese. In average, 12 to 16 weeks are sufficient to balance your weight and to get rid of the extra fat in your body with the Food Re-Education and Behaviour Program that changes your lifestyle and makes you adopt new and more desirable habits that will last for […]
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9Sep, 2024

BODY COMPOSITION EXACT EVALUATION

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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: It is fundamental to know the true measurement of your body composition and to maintain a healthy body condition. The amount of fat in your body is much more important for your physical well-being than your body weight. Your home old scale does not tell you if your body has too much or too less fat. That’s another reason why you should consult a nutritionist at Clínica do Tempo®!
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