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How to read a food label

A food label can be easy to read. Learn what the information on food labels and packaging means and what's changing for consumers.

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Edible seaweed beyond sushi

Gone are the days when seaweed belonged only in the sea. The eating habits are changing, and edible seaweed are part of that change.

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Pickling: do you know what it means?

You get more flies with honey than with vinegar, but vinegar gets you tasty pickles. Get to know the ancient art of pickling.

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9 healthy eating tips for summer

In the summer, routines are more flexible and eating habits are less strict. Learn healthy eating tips for summer to stay healthy all season.

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High in iron foods that should be part of a diet

The lack of iron is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies. Get to know 8 foods that are high in iron and rich in flavour.

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Nutritious, tasty and… animal? Mealworm flour has just arrived to Europe

It sounds like an episode of a survival show, but it is only food engineering shaping the future. Get to know the benefits of mealworm flour.

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The “A to Z” of living with food intolerance

We all know someone who suffers from food intolerance or has food alergy. Get to know the difference and know more about it.

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Olive oil : liquid gold from the Mediterranean

Olive oil has amased mankind for millennia. Get to know its origins, its uses, and the benefits in using it in your kitchen.

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If life gives you fruits, make fresh fruit juice

No time or desire to eat fruit during the day? Too much fruit and very little time to eat it? It’s time to start making fresh fruit juice.

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Squash : from the Americas to our plates

Once used as animal feed, is nowadays a must-have in a healthy, tasty, and mediterranean kitchen. Get to know the squash.

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Healthy snacks all year round

After the holidays, we are back to school and work routines. Learn how to make healthy snacks for the whole family that can be enjoyed all year round.

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Broccoli, a bunch of health and flavour

Poor in calories and rich in fibre, Broccoli resembles a tiny flower bouquet but is in fact a bundle of healthy nutrients. Learn more.

Chayote - low calorie and high nutrient fruit

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Chayote, the well-travelled aztec prince

Originally cultivated by the aztecs, the chayote is a tasty food that has been grown in every continent until arriving to your table. Learn more about it.

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What’s in a great granola?

Ideal for breakfast and for a tasty snack in-between meals, granola is a must-have many people’s routines worldwide.

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Covid-19: Tips for a healthy diet

The Portuguese Directorate-General for Health has published a manual with guidelines on food and nutrition for people in social distancing and isolation.

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Sweet Potato: from misbegotten to queen

Over the years, sweet potato went from being a slave to oppression to being a queen of flavour. Today it's a trend and it's present at every healthy table.

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Create your own sustainable herb garden at home

Herbs will fill your home with delicious scents and also give your recipes a divine taste! Learn how to build and care for a herb garden at home!

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Healthy lunch ideas for school

Looking for some inspiration to create delicious and healthy lunch boxes for kids? We have some tips and recipes: take a look.

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Recipes with no salt: chicken, rabbit and flatfish

Cooking without salt is not difficult! With these three suggestions, you won’t even notice these are recipes with no salt.

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3 Vegan Christmas Recipes from the world

Being vegan during Christmas is much easier than you might think. So, here are 3 vegan Christmas recipes for a full and delicious Christmas supper.

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Mediterranean Diet: the golden ticket to a healthy life

Soups, boiled food and stews are at the heart of the Mediterranean Diet. The secret lies in simple recipes made with fresh, locally grown vegetables.

Learn how to cut down on salt

Food with excess salt tastes good, but it’s bad for your heart. For 12 weeks, 311 volunteers were part of a study that taught them to reduce salt intake.

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Gluten intolerance? No worries.

Coeliac disease affects almost 1% of the world's population and gluten intolerance affects many more. Learn more about gluten and gluten-related disorders.

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Bela-luz thyme: the perfect salt substitute

If you fancy yourself a cook, then bela-luz thyme could be your secret ingredient. You can use it fresh or dried and it is an excellent salt substitute.

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Salt: learn to say Stop

Do you like feeling healthy? Do you want those around you to feel good? Discover our tips to reduce your salt consumption and improve your health.

Several types of sugar and sweeteners on a countertop

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8 tips to reduce sugar in your diet

We gathered 8 simple tips to help reducing the usage of sugar in your diet. Make a change, for your health and well-being.

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The “hectic” guide to healthy eating

5 delicious and nutricious tips about a easy, healthy diet whether you’re eating on the go or getting ready for a multicourse meal.

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Avocado: it’s green and has superpowers

The avocado has been promoted to the Super Food status with its creamy texture and healthy fats. Is good for your skin and can help reduce bad cholesterol.

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How to read a food label

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Edible seaweed beyond sushi

Pickling: do you know what it means?

9 healthy eating tips for summer

High in iron foods that should be part of a diet

Nutritious, tasty and… animal? Mealworm flour has just arrived to Europe

The “A to Z” of living with food intolerance

Olive oil : liquid gold from the Mediterranean

If life gives you fruits, make fresh fruit juice

Squash : from the Americas to our plates

Healthy snacks all year round

Broccoli, a bunch of health and flavour

Chayote, the well-travelled aztec prince

What’s in a great granola?

Covid-19: Tips for a healthy diet

Sweet Potato: from misbegotten to queen

Create your own sustainable herb garden at home

Healthy lunch ideas for school

Recipes with no salt: chicken, rabbit and flatfish

3 Vegan Christmas Recipes from the world

Mediterranean Diet: the golden ticket to a healthy life

Learn how to cut down on salt

Gluten intolerance? No worries.

Bela-luz thyme: the perfect salt substitute

Salt: learn to say Stop

8 tips to reduce sugar in your diet

The “hectic” guide to healthy eating

Avocado: it’s green and has superpowers