TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Physiologically, 11 days are needed to really profit from vacations. But the ideal period would be 2 to 3 weeks. When you return tired from your holidays, you need to sleep well, to keep a physical activity, to refill your body or vitamins and minerals, and to follow a proper diet, personalised for your case.
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A new study suggests that adhering to a Mediterranean diet relieve the severity of psoriasis, its inflammatory conditions on the skin, and slow its progression. Its high content of monounsaturated fats (which are found in olive oil and other plant oils), high levels of antioxidants and polyphenols (found in fruits and vegetables), and high content of fiber (from vegetables or wholegrain cereals) may all be responsible for the diet’s anti-inflammatory properties. Also, a Mediterranean diet limits dairy and meat consumption, as well as restricts alcohol use to a moderate level. When […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: It is commonplace for cafés and restaurants to play music while you eat. A new study asked whether the volume of these tunes might impact how healthful our dietary choices are. As expected, when quieter music was playing, people chose the more healthful items on the menu. Good nutrition depends as well on good mood and ambiance!
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Chocolate is rich in antioxidants. Despite its bad reputation for causing weight gain, there are a number of health benefits associated with its consumption (particularly dark chocolate) that include: lowering cholesterol levels, preventing cognitive decline, and reducing the risk of cardiovascular problems. The higher the cocoa content, as in dark chocolate, the more benefits there are. Dark chocolate may also contain less fat and sugar, but it is important to check the label. All in all, eating chocolate can have both health benefits and risks. As ever, moderation is key. […]
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Fat suffered a bad reputation for a long time and we learned how to avoid bad (saturated and hydrogenated) fats and eat good (unsaturated) ones to keep our heart and arteries healthy. Unsaturated fats (e.g. found in fish, avocado, nuts, sunflower, canola, and olive oils) are preferable to saturated fats (e.g. found in fatty meat, butter, palm and coconut oil, cream, cheese, ghee, and lard).” When calling us on (+351) 21 458 85 00 mention that you have read this article to have even better access conditions.
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Stir-fried food is the source of the oriental cooking method, being a fast and health way or preparing meals. It only takes a few minutes to place the ingredientes – a selection of vegetables, to which you can add lean meat and fish, tofu, nuts, herbs and spices, extra-virgin olive oil, etc. The final result are colourful dishes, delicious and, above all, healthful. A varied diet funny to prepare, choosing the most healthy ingredientes for your meals, helps to maintain a well-balanced alimentary regime and to control your body-weight balance. […]
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: The body must be seen as a whole, made of various interactive parts. Vitamins are only exceptionally produced or synthesised by the human body, and so they must be provided to the organism through food or food supplements such as the ones from our Orthomolecular Dietetics. Vitamins are the common factor of the body’s evolution. Consult one of our nutritionists!
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Dietary needs change throughout life, from eating well during pregnancy to getting the correct nutrients all life long and put on age in a healthful way. Consult one of our nutritionists to draw your customised alimentary plan, according to your age, your needs and your food habits.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: It is not a disease! Dyspepsia, also known as indigestion, is a term that describes discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen. In the majority of cases, indigestion is linked to eating or drinking. Overeating and consuming greasy foods, as well as too much alcohol, can cause indigestion. Correct dietary choices, giving preference to quality than to quantity, can avoid dyspepsia symptoms. Consult one of our nutritionists to draw your customised alimentary plan.
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TIP OF THE DAY from our Nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: What causes obesity, too many carbohydrates or too much fat? Opinions as to which parts of our diets are likely to cause obesity are split. In essence, that it is hard to tell. Both have pros and cons, some people may benefit more from laying off the fats, whereas others may see better results by sticking to a low-carb dietary plan. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and learn more about losing weight and fat.
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