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It has become quite clear to anyone paying attention that the ways in which we produce food and make it available for human consumption are increasingly problematic.

Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are nutritionally essential because they cannot be synthesized by our bodies. BCAAs play very important roles as "building blocks" in protein synthesis, as signaling molecules, and as energy substrates.

There are still some doubts about the strategies that can be taken to reduce exposure to substances harmful to health when consumed in excess, such as sugar. Specifically, fiscal measures and other options that…

Understanding the measures and proposals of the different political parties before voting is fundamental for an informed decision. In the area of ​​nutrition, we have been analyzing the proposals of the different political forces in the national elections, and we are doing so again…

This short essay is based on the authors' perceived need to review and update some aspects of the current Code of ethics for Portuguese nutritionists, considering the emergence of new assumptions in the food reality that can affect our professional…

This short essay stems from the need, perceived by the authors, to review and update certain aspects of the current code of ethics for Portuguese nutritionists, taking into account the emergence of new premises in the food industry that may affect our decisions…

When discussing the best approaches to promoting health through food, a recurring criticism arises regarding the public intervention model. Critics of this model argue that prohibitionism is ineffective, and taxes imposed by states on poor-quality products…

Mediterranean societies have always been subject to environmental, social, political, and cultural changes and have always been in constant adaptation. But in this century, the pace of change has accelerated and its direction is new, requiring strategic thinking…

The study of hunger and all degrees of food insecurity should be part of the basic curriculum for all Nutrition Science students. Not having access to the food we need to maintain our health and well-being…

The teaching of "Nutrition Policy" began at the University of Porto in the 1996/1997 academic year, at the former Higher Institute of Nutrition and Food Sciences of the University of Porto (ISCNAUP), currently FCNAUP. A scientific, pedagogical and intellectual adventure that celebrates…