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A new wave of Indian cuisine will flavour 2026, a year in which one-dish restaurants are on the rise and protein and fibre will reign supreme in nutrition, experts say.

A doctoral thesis reveals a 'contradiction' in people's diets. The study's author warns that dietary supplements 'are foods' and not 'health products or medicines'.

On International Spicy Food Day, nutritionist Magda Roma explains the benefits of this type of food.

A rising trend in supplement consumption, linked to greater concerns about well-being, may lead to uninformed use.

Eating fat is important — but not all fats are the same. Which fats raise the risk of type 2 diabetes and which can be protective? Simple swaps you can make today, with nutritionist Mariana Chaves.

Changing isn't easy. Giving up smoking, drinking less alcohol, exercising, going to bed earlier, eating more healthily — all good things but difficult. However, there are small changes we can make that have a huge impact. The kiwi is the star of one such example.

We can't control viruses, but we can boost our defences with what we put on our plates. Nutritionist Mariana Chaves explains how the microbiota, anti-inflammatory foods and key nutrients help the body.

Manuela Nogueira, a board member of the Order of Nutritionists, explains the dangers of maintaining a diet based on processed foods and emphasises the importance of tackling their consequences with effective health policies.

Nutritionists praise measures such as reducing sugars, refined foods and ultra-processed products, but they point out: “Our diet is much better than that of the US.”

Epidemiological data are already sufficient to justify public policies that favour traditional dietary patterns, such as the Mediterranean diet, and limit the consumption of ultra-processed foods.

Type 2 diabetes isn't a disease simply caused by eating sugar. Want to know which risks you should watch for to prevent it? Nutritionist Mariana Chaves explains and gives practical tips.

Complete protein, omega-3 and vitamin D: salmon is the ingredient to add to this week’s shopping list.

Sleep, nutrition, exercise and mental health are the four pillars of our health. Nutritionist Mariana Chaves explains how small changes in each can transform our year.

The doctor appeared on 'Manhã CM' to offer tips on how to lead a healthy life after the excesses of the festive season.

Strategies for living better in the new year: from sleep to physical activity, while also covering technology and nutrition.

Changing your life in January doesn't have to be radical. Small adjustments to the rituals we already follow can have a big impact, explains nutritionist Mariana Chaves.

Emphasising the rise in food consumption during the festive season, the College of Food Engineering of the Order of Engineers warns that consumers' choices are not always well informed.

At Christmas, memories are made. Nutritionist Mariana Chaves highlights the importance of coming together around the table and how this helps foster empathy and emotional bonds among everyone.
