Fatti di bio
A space that focuses on female nutrition. Which nutrients are essential in a diet designed for women for example? And which foods contain these and how often should we be eating them? Dr. Renata Alleva, PhD in Biochemistry and a Specialist in Food Science, explains all.
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Whole grains reduce the risk of tumours
Whole grains are among the foods that can help to protect against cancer...Read more -
Nickel allergy: all we need to know
Which foods contain nickel, how do we absorb it through our diet, and how can we control this allergy?Read more -
Gestational diabetes and diet - what to eat?
Simple sugars, fruit juices (even natural) and sugary drinks are all to be avoidedRead more -
Weight gain during menopause - how to prevent it?
Menopause can lead to weight gain, a result of hormonal changes.Read more -
Lectins: what are they and what effects do they have on our health
Lectins are proteins present in nature and found in most plants, where they serve as defence against any parasites. Raw pulses (beans, lentils, peas, soy, peanuts) and wholegrain cereals, such...Read more -
The health of children and the microbiota: why we should worry about pesticides
The risk depends on the type of pesticide, its toxicity and the length of time a child is exposed to it. Early exposure, even to low doses of certain pesticides,Read more -
Good eyesight? Keep an eye on your diet
Our sight is probably the most important of the five senses and, with age, various diseases that worsen its function can arise, the most common being cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, dry...Read more -
Protect the heart with walnuts
Until a few years ago, we were advised not to eat walnuts regularly due to their high calorie content, but some recent studies have shown that not only do walnuts...Read more -
Food for the brain: what to eat for a healthy brain
We are living longer, but don’t always reach old age with an active, quick brain. It would be great if there were a magic pill to prevent ou...Read more -
Suffer from constipation? Look after your heart
Constipation, which can be moderate or severe depending on a weekly frequency ranging from roughly two to less than one defecation per week, is a troublesome conditionRead more -
Acrylamide, chips and food safety: how to protect children
Acrylamide is a chemical substance that forms naturally when foods containing sugars or starch are cooked at high temperatures (oven-baked, grilled or fried).Read more -
Vitamin B12 deficiency - not only vegans are at risk
Vitamin B12 is important for the proper formation of red blood cells, nerve function and DNA synthesis. It is naturally present in sardines ...Read more -
Children who eat fish sleep better and are more intelligent
Children who eat fish at least once per week sleep better and have a higher intelligence quotient (IQ) than children who eat fish less regularly.Read more
