According to a study led by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and published in the New England Journal of Medicine about obesity, an estimated 48.9% of Americans will be obese by 2030. Although worrying, this “trend” is not only seen in the USA. Obesity is a disease characterized by excessive accumulation of…
Cholesterol is one of the types of fat naturally produced by the liver and is considered essential for the production of hormones and bile salts. However, it is important to stay alert, because despite the benefits, high cholesterol levels can bring health risks. It is important to remember that there are two types of cholesterol:…
Many of us have heard about vitamin A, C or D, but are we really aware of their importance for our bodies? Or are We consuming the necessary amounts? First of all, it is important to say that vitamins are nutrients considered essential for maintaining the body’s balance, because they act together with some enzymes…
Despite being present in our daily lives, whether because it is part of our body or our food, several words still sound strange or unknown to many people, so we created this glossary. So, whenever there are doubts, you can consult this material that explains terms in different areas of nutrition. Antibodies: These are blood…