Gastronomic trends 2026: more protein and fibre, stronger Indian influence
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.
People with a healthy lifestyle who exercise and take care with their diet consume the most dietary supplements
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'.
It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is linked to weight loss — just eat it
On International Spicy Food Day, nutritionist Magda Roma explains the benefits of this type of food.
People with a healthy lifestyle are the ones who use dietary supplements the most
A rising trend in supplement consumption, linked to greater concerns about well-being, may lead to uninformed use.
Does fat increase the risk of type 2 diabetes? – Your question
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.
How a kiwi can improve your health in as little as 24 hours
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.
Got a cold? What to put on your plate
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.
They're 'very calorific', high in fat and salt. Learn about the dangers of processed foods
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.
Five lessons to take (or not) from the US's new inverted food pyramid
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.”
What is the problem with ultra-processed foods?
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.
Diabetes without having overindulged on sugar? — Your question
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.
This is the food the body needs most in winter
Complete protein, omega-3 and vitamin D: salmon is the ingredient to add to this week’s shopping list.
2026 has begun — and your habits?
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.
Start of the year calls for care with your diet — Alexandra Vasconcelos gives advice
The doctor appeared on 'Manhã CM' to offer tips on how to lead a healthy life after the excesses of the festive season.
Top wellbeing trends for 2026
Strategies for living better in the new year: from sleep to physical activity, while also covering technology and nutrition.
January Without Trauma: What if changing were easy?
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.
Food engineers call for revision of criteria for ultra-processed foods
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.
Does Christmas weigh more on the heart or on the scales?
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.