To ensure the proper functioning of the body, we all need a healthy, balanced diet that enhances our well-being. Proper nutrition is fundamental for good health and brings benefits such as weight control, improved memory and concentration, work performance, strengthening the immune system, and disease prevention. Theoretically, the main energy component is carbohydrates. However, it…
Have you ever tried an Asian meal that includes seaweed? Perhaps the best known type of seaweed in the culinary world is nori seaweed, traditional in Japanese cuisine and a source of protein and dietary fiber. This food can be useful in the preparation of vegan or vegetarian dishes. Let’s talk about it! If you…
Good health depends on proper nutrition. Nutritional needs vary from person to person. It is important to know the foods and their different groups to have a diet adapted to what you need. We use as a guide the Food Pyramid, a very useful tool to guide people on the path of healthy eating. Includes…
Vegan and /or vegetarian diets have a great source of protein in edible mushrooms. In addition to being extremely tasty, mushrooms contain other diverse nutrients (such as B vitamins and fibers), help control cholesterol and have a low fat and calorie content. However, there are also types of mushrooms that are not indicated for our…
The consumption of mushrooms is gaining more and more space in the menus and dishes of the Portuguese. One of the main reasons for the growth of mushroom consumption in Portugal is related to the increase in vegetarianism and veganism, a trend that has been leveraging the sale of mushrooms. Highly nutritious, low calorie swells…
Wholemeal bread: what is it, what the benefits and what its difference from traditional bread are some of the main doubts of people who wish to start new eating habits. After all, when it comes to changing food, you need to be aware of what is consumed. What is wholewheat bread? Wholewheat bread can consist…
Over the past few years, mainly with the dissemination of different recipes, sweet potatoes have been widely consumed all over the world. It is a nutritious and versatile vegetable, with regard to the kitchen, and serves for the preparation of sweet or savory dishes. Learn more about the health benefits of sweet potatoes. In addition,…
Getting a nutritious and tasty diet is possible through the consumption of vegetarian food. This type of diet shows us that it is possible to give up meat and, even so, have a diversified and nutritious diet, while taking care of one’s own health and the environment. Increasingly popular among vegetarians and non-vegetarians, cuisine without…
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