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…
Category: Diet
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…