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4Jun, 2024

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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3Jun, 2024

NUTRIENT DEFICIENCIES CAUSES CRAVINGS?

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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Cravings are defined as intense, urgent or abnormal desires or longings. Not only are they very common, but they’re also arguably one of the most intense feelings you can experience when it comes to food. Some believe that cravings are caused by nutrient deficiencies and view them as the body’s way to correct them. Yet others insist that, unlike hunger, cravings are largely about what your brain wants, rather than what your body actually needs. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 […]
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3Jun, 2024

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, 2024

USING A SCALE IS HELPFUL DURING VACATION

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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: The start of summer is here, and vacation plans await. Researchers from the University of Georgia reveal that people who weigh themselves daily during times when they may be more likely to indulge — “staycation” or vacations, for example — will more successfully maintain their weight or even lose some compared to people who don’t dare step on the scales. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and consult one of our nutritionists, even in the Algarve […]
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29May, 2024

THERE’S NOTHING BETTER THAN WATER

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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Whether you prefer soda, coffee, or beer, the biggest reason you love your beverage of choice isn’t because of the way it tastes. No, according to researchers at Northwestern University in Chicago, your drink preferences may be the result of the “reward” you feel when you drink them. In other words, you’re drawn to certain beverages for the way they make you feel, not for the way they taste. So, better stick to plain water. It’s the most natural and […]
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24May, 2024

FEEL GOOD ABOUR YOUR FOOD

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Some people believe that healthy foods are tasteless and boring, but nothing could be further from the truth. The next time you’re craving something tasty, opt for a Brussel spouts. Brussels sprouts are highly nutritious vegetables. They resemble mini cabbages and can be eaten raw or cooked, roasted in the oven for instance. Research shows that eating Brussels sprouts may protect against DNA damage due to their high vitamin C content. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and mention this text to have special access conditions.
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22May, 2024

DON’T EXPECT TOO FAST RESULTS

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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: A precise diagnosis and a proper treatment, allows you to correct your body composition in a safe way, but do not wish to lose 10 kg in a week, because you will not achieve it in a healthy way and soon you will get them back, this time as plain fat! Between two and three months is the ideal period to balance your weight without any danger of recovering it again. Start today and get results for your summer vacation! […]
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21May, 2024

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

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TIP OF THE DAY of our nutritionist Dr. Tomás Barbosa: Functional fitness can help improve daily life by strengthening muscles to prepare them for everyday tasks and activities. Mostly using your body weight, this form of physical exercise is simple and safe for almost anyone. Unlike other popular forms of muscle training, the focus is on performance, not muscle size. The risk of injury is significantly lower, which makes it suitable for people of all ages and experience levels. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and schedule […]
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21May, 2024

ENOUGH SLEEP HELPS WEIGHT LOSS

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People who can get by on four hours of sleep sometimes brag about their strength and endurance. But recent scientific studies show that a lack of sleep causes many significant changes in the body and increases your risk for serious health concerns such as obesity, disease, and even early death. Getting enough quality sleep is also key to a healthy lifestyle. Sleep boosts your immune system, manages weight loss, and helps you retain memory. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00. You can take easy steps to […]
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16May, 2024

POSITIVE SENTENCES TO LOSE WEIGHT

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It is sometimes difficult in the face of temptations to make good food choices but with the help of positive sentences you can train your brain to replace that desire for unhealthy food with healthy food choices. The same happens with your lifestyle. Such sentences are much more effective when they are often repeated. Try this one: I deserve to have my body fit and defined, and a balanced mind, because I eat healthy, I exercise and I control stress. Call our International Call Center (+351) 21 458 85 00 and […]
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