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Counting calories is really important?

Uncategorized Mar 17, 2022

When the process of weight loss is initiated, usually, the main action taken is to count the calories of food consumed even if it is healthy or processed food. When a goal for weight loss is established, for example, the brain sends the idea that you need to eat fewer calories to reduce your body weight.

Do you know what calories mean?

A calorie is the amount of energy that foods can provide to the body which will send the energy to each organ perform its functions. This energy is present in every food that adds quality to the meal and body's cells as well as in low nutritional quality food, which does not provide good nutrients to the metabolism.

So, is counting calories beneficial and important for human health? 

It depends on the nutritional strategy. Counting calories strategy can be important for the weight loss process if the amount of food is adjusted to be consumed in a day and if it is according to the goal of each person, the reduction in total calories will...

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What should we do to feel less hunger during the day?

Uncategorized Mar 16, 2022

Food consumption offers nutrients that will generate energy for the proper function of the body and the brain. For this to be possible, is important to make meals that will signalize the brain that the body is being fed and it starts the production of enzymes that digest and absorb all nutrients. This process is related to time and place in which it is made any type of meal and it can interfere with health and well-being if you are not mentally connected with the food at the time of the meal.

How important is it to eat slowly?

It is essential to eat slowly any meal. When this attitude is taken, there’s a better understanding of what is and what will be eaten and which nutrients will be provided to body metabolism and the mind. As soon as we think of some food or meal, neurotransmitters and hormones found in the intestine activate the neurons of hunger and satiety in the brain and activate the process of digestion and absorption.

Thus, when a meal is held, the enzymes in the...

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Margareth lost 7.6 kg in 4 weeks

transformation Mar 15, 2022

This is Margareth Viegas. She started the TRANSFORM360 program in January and is being advised by one of our nutritionists, Karline.
After 4 weeks following the program, she lost 7.6 kg and reduced her waist by 11 cm!
She is progressing a lot every week and most importantly, she has a much better quality of life and health.

In addition, she also stopped smoking. Contrary to the common misconception that people who stop smoking gain weight, in her case, it was very positive as she lost more weight than expected during the 4 weeks!

Margareth works full time and has a very busy routine. What makes the difference is that she is super organised and her new hobby is preparing her meals. This makes it much easier for her to follow her meal plan properly and have such good results.

At TRANSFORM360, the goal is to lose 20kg in 6 months. Each patient has a monthly appointment with a nutritionist from our team. All meal plans and support are personalised in an individualised way according to...

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What should you eat to reduce muscle pain after an intense workout?

Uncategorized Mar 15, 2022

Intense exercise, tiredness and body aches can be reflections of an inadequate diet, which is low in vitamins and minerals and with a high level of stress. Some foods when added in an adequate and balanced diet can help with muscle recovery, improve the energy throughout the day and eliminate some substances that cause damage to the body. With anti-inflammatory and antioxidant functions, these foods reduce the inflammation caused by stress, restore necessary nutrients eliminated in this process and decrease the toxins circulating in the blood to reduce body pain.

It is important to remember that each food should be eaten according to each person’s routine, metabolism and according to their goals.

What foods can help relieve muscle pain?

- Fish (salmon, tuna, sardines): they are sources of omega 3, an essential nutrient for the regeneration of muscle fibers.

- Dark green leaves (arugula, spinach, kale, lettuce, mustard, endive, Brussels sprouts, etc.): rich in minerals such as...

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What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
It is a digestive disorder that is characterised by a group of common symptoms including recurrent abdominal pain and discomfort, as well as changes in bowel habits such as frequency and consistency of your stool.
IBS is diagnosed when symptoms are present for at least three to six months and in the frequency of 3 days a month at least.

The main symptoms of IBS are:
Changes in normal bowel movements, including constipation and diarrhoea.
Changes in the appearance of stools, including texture and colour;
Swelling of the stomach;
Flatulence and belching;
Abdominal pains and cramps;
Nausea, heartburn or reflux;
Loss of appetite.

Tests:
Expired hydrogen test
Food intolerance test
 
IBS Nutritional Treatment: 
Low fodmap diet
Probiotic and Prebiotic Supplements
 
Some foods that we should avoid in IBS:
Milk and Dairy Products,
Gluten (wheat, barley, rye);
Refined sugar and flour;
Caffeine and alcohol;
Common allergens;
Spicy foods;
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Entrevista da Nutricionista Brasileira em Londres Raquel Britzke à Nutrium

Uncategorized Aug 02, 2021

Conhecida não só pelas consultas mas também pelos seus programas online e pela grande presença nas redes sociais, a nutricionista brasileira em Londres Raquel Britzke é hoje um dos nomes mais sonantes do mundo da nutrição.

Com clientes em 74 países a participarem nos seus programas de nutrição, Raquel é um exemplo de compreensão e aproveitamento do modelo online na nutrição - e compartilhou conosco alguns dos segredos do seu sucesso como nutricionista brasileira em Londres.

Depois de se formar em nutrição no Brasil em 2008, a nutricionista brasileira Raquel se mudou para Londres, onde fez uma pós-graduação pelo Comité Olímpico Internacional na Inglaterra.

O passo seguinte passou por abrir uma clínica de emagrecimento e nutrição esportiva com uma aposta forte nas redes...

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Debunking diet trends: Does Celery Juice work?

Uncategorized May 11, 2020

A few months ago, rumors emerged about the consumption of celery juice and the benefits it could generate to the body, mainly leading to weight reduction when ingested in the morning on an empty stomach. For a while now, green juices have been pleasing the public because they are characterized as detox juice, which eliminates all toxins from the body. One of the most commented and consumed juices at the moment is the celery juice and, in this article, we will discover if everything said about it is really true.

Do you know what celery is and why has this food become so famous?

Due to a large amount of water, minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin C and fiber, is also a low-calorie food, it becomes an ideal choice in diets. All parts of this vegetable are edible: the root, the stem and the leaves. It’s usually used in juices, but can be added to soups or salads.

Many celebrities like Jeniffer Garner, Kim Kardashian, Miranda Kerr drink celery juice early in the...

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Do you know what the CBD Oil benefits are?

Uncategorized Mar 12, 2020

Unveiling the Benefits of CBD Oil: Insights from London's Top Nutrition Experts

In London's bustling wellness scene, the conversation around a groundbreaking plant-based compound is gaining momentum, guided by the latest evidence-based research. Cannabidiol, better known as CBD, is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in the Cannabis sativa plant. This compound is making waves for its health benefits, distinct from the psychoactive effects associated with THC. The team at Raquel Britzke's clinic leverages this research to inform their holistic health practices, focusing on enhancing client well-being through scientifically backed nutritional strategies.

 

CBD Oil: A Versatile Addition to Holistic Health

 

CBD oil, extracted from hemp seeds, is celebrated for its medicinal properties. It acts on the central nervous system to deliver a plethora of benefits, from reducing anxiety and inflammation to offering neuro-protective qualities that may shield against chronic diseases...

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Tips for sticking to a healthy diet during the festive season

The festive season is so wonderful, we celebrate the achievements of the year spending time with our family and friends and at these parties, it´s natural to always be accompanied by good food and drink!

And for those who are in a weight loss process or following a diet plan, what should you do not to exaggerate at this time?

Here are some very important tips for you:

  1. Enjoy the moment and do not become anti-social by following a diet. But do not use these events as excuses to overdo it and do not throw everything you've already achieved!
  2. Never go to the party with an empty stomach! Always eat a snack before you leave home.
  3. Avoid pinching snacks all the time, because then you will lose track of how much you have already eaten.
  4. Avoid drinking sodas, juices, energy drinks, and alcohol because they are empty calories that will greatly increase the daily calorie quota that you can consume in the day.
  5. If drinking alcohol, drink moderately and choose drinks that do not contain added...
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Carnivore Diet: is it healthy to eat only meat?

What do you think about eating meat, just meat and still improve your productivity and mental clarity, boost your libido, and control your blood pressure? Well, that's what the followers of the carnivore diet believe in, and the basis of this diet is just meat, offal, and eggs (some include fish and cured cheese) and no vegetable or plant-based foods or any kind of supplement.

It is totally the opposite of the vegan diet. The carnivore diet is based on high protein and saturated fats and no carbohydrates, and there is no defined protocol for the number of proteins and fats to be ingested.

In some countries, people have migrated from the low carb and ketogenic diet to the carnivore diet, and one of the most famous adepts of this diet is Shawn Baker. In his profile on social media, he said that the diet is very easy because he does not need meal plans or counting calories. "I just have to think about how hungry I am and how many steaks I want to eat," he said.

Followers of this diet...

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