Food selectivity: pediatrician talks about health risks

Food selectivity is a common behavior in children, where they show restricted preferences for certain foods and avoid others. This selectivity can range from a reluctance to try new foods…

Pumpkin risotto with pesto sauce

Put the vegetable broth to heat or boil the water.Heat the oil with half a tablespoon of butter.Add the onion and let it brown.Add the pumpkin, stir and then add…

Sugary and fatty diet can addict the brain

Sugary and fatty diet can addict the brain Excessive consumption of sugar and fat can alter the brain’s reward system, leading to a preference for these flavors. A recent study…

Care for food allergies

Care for food allergies Food allergies are adverse reactions of the immune system to certain foods and can vary in severity, from mild symptoms to potentially fatal reactions. To ensure…

Sugars and fats can lead to ‘addictions’ in the brain

Sugars and fats can lead to ‘addictions’ in the brain Excessive consumption of sugar and fat can alter the brain’s reward system, leading to a preference for these flavors. A…

Consumption of soft drinks can pose health risks.

Consumption of soft drinks can pose health risks. The daily consumption of soft drinks by adolescents, including those labeled as zero, diet, or light, is considered a cardiovascular risk factor…

How to reduce sugar consumption

How to reduce sugar consumption Excessive sugar consumption in Brazil places the country among the largest consumers of this ingredient worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Although sugar…

Healthy snacks for children

Healthy snacks for children Offering appropriate nutrition in childhood plays a fundamental role in the growth, development, and maintenance of children’s health. An effective way to promote healthy eating is…