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How Many Calories do I Burn if I Walk 5000 Steps?
The number of calories we can burn during an activity, such as walking, depends on many factors, such as: Age The older we are, the fewer calories we burn during any exercise and not just during walking. With increasing age, metabolism slows down mainly due to reduced activity but also the natural decrease in certain…
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Barrett’s Esophagus and Its Nutrition
In Barrett’s esophagus, there is a replacement of the normal cells of the lower part of the esophagus by another type of cell. The risk factors for developing Barrett’s esophagus are mainly smoking, gastroesophageal acid reflux at a weekly frequency, an increased body mass index usually above 30 and gastroesophageal reflux for more than 5…
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HIPPOCRATES (460 BC – 377 BC) – ON DIET IV – Satiety
At the beginning of satiety, people are seized by a prolonged and pleasant sleep, which continues for some time of the day. However, when the body cannot bear the continuous satiety, sleep is no longer pleasant but the person becomes agitated and thinks that he is struggling. When the person reaches this point, he is…
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AI for Nutritional Advises ? I’ll pass…
Artificial intelligence refers to learning and by extension the attempt of machines to reproduce the cognitive functions of a human, such as learning, planning, creativity. Artificial intelligence systems are capable of adapting their behavior, to a certain extent, by analyzing the stored information they have and the new information they receive. Artificial intelligence is usually…
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Latest News on Nutrition in Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition in which tissue similar to the endometrium (the thin inner lining of the uterus) grows in abnormal areas outside the uterus, such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, and bowel. Endometriosis can cause severe abdominal pain, bleeding, pain during intercourse, and infertility. Its frequency is estimated at 1 in…
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids, an Excellent Supplement for Mood Disorders
Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) play a critical role in brain function, neuroplasticity, and emotional regulation. Deficiency or imbalance in the omega-6/omega-3 ratio has been associated with an increased risk of mood disorders, such as major depression and bipolar disorder. A review of epidemiological studies published on January 3, 2026,…
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HIPPOCRATES (460 BC – 377 BC) – ON DIET III – Fruits
The following applies to fruits: Ripe ones are more laxative and fresh ones even more so than dry ones. Berries are warming, moisturizing and facilitate the bowels. Ripe pears warm, moisturize and facilitate bowel movements, while hard ones are astringent. Ripe winter pears cause bowel movements and cleanse the bowels, while unripe ones are astringent.…
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Tips on Nutrients Affected in Perimenopausal Women and Leading to Menopausal Symptoms
Perimenopause is the natural transition period towards menopause, where the ovaries begin to reduce the production of hormones (mainly estrogen), causing changes in the menstrual cycle (less frequent or irregular periods) and symptoms such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances, fatigue, vaginal and bladder problems, changes in sexual function, decreased fertility, possible changes in cholesterol levels,…
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Very Low Energy Ketogenic Therapy (VLEKT) – Is it worth it? NOT worth it
Very Low Energy Ketogenic Therapy (VLEKT) is a nutritional approach used primarily for weight loss and management of obesity-related comorbidities. The characteristics of this diet (VLEKT) are a daily caloric intake of less than 800 calories. In these calories, the carbohydrate content should be less than 50 g, there should be a fat percentage of…
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How Much Caffeine Before Training?
A systematic review and network meta-analysis published on December 3, 2025 in MDPI, titled Effects of Caffeine Dose and Administration Method on Time-Trial Performance: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis, examined the amounts of caffeine that may have an ergogenic effect before training. The effects of caffeine administration methods (e.g., capsules/tablets, gum, mouthwash) and doses…
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