Category: habitos saludables

Micronutrients: Why They Are Essential in Your Daily Diet

Micronutrients—vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants—may be small, but they are essential to the body. They play a role in hundreds of vital processes: helping form blood cells, strengthening the immune system, producing energy, and keeping the brain, skin, muscles, and bones healthy. Without them, the body can’t function properly: for example, lack of vitamin C causes […]

Eating on Autopilot: Do You Really Know How You’re Fueling Your Body?

🍽️ Eating Is Not the Same as Nourishing We live in a fast-paced world where eating has become an automatic act, often driven by stress, hurry, or emotions. In front of the computer, in traffic, or while watching a show, many people consume food without paying attention to what they’re putting into their bodies. This […]

Why eating fiber isn’t just for “going to the bathroom”?

🥦 Why eating fiber isn’t just for “going to the bathroom”? For years, fiber has been seen as “that nutrient that helps you go to the bathroom.” But limiting it to that is like saying the sun is only good for tanning. Fiber is an integral ally for your health: it regulates your digestion, improves […]

What makes a natural smoothie different from a processed one?

These days, we’re surrounded by products claiming to be “natural,” “light,” or “healthy,” but many times those words are just window dressing. When it comes to smoothies, the difference between a natural one and a processed one can be as big as eating a fresh fruit… or drinking a beverage that only tastes like fruit. […]

Andean Superfoods: The Ancestral Beans That Will Revolutionize Your Energy and Well-Being

Are you aware that Andean grains are recognized as genuine superfoods? These tiny but potent ingredients are not only part of Peru’s cultural and culinary heritage, but also stand out for their extremely high nutritional value. Quinoa, kiwicha and cañihua are types of grains that have become popular around the world, and it’s not hard […]

Guide to Building a Healthy Plate: Balanced Nutrition for Your Well-being

Do we really know what a ‘healthy diet’ means? A healthy diet is one that provides each person with the essential nutrients their body needs in a balanced way to meet their nutritional requirements. Humans require five essential nutrients, classified into 2 groups: Macronutrients Carbohydrates  (rice, pasta, cereals, potatoes, etc.) Proteins (chicken, fish, meats, eggs, […]