Carpe Diem Saúde Fitness

Ingredients: 1 cup (tea) white wine vinegar Seedless raisins, black or white (50 g) Sliced green olives (100 g) 1 bunch of basil 4 medium onions 1 large green bell pepper 1 large red bell pepper 1 large yellow bell pepper 3 medium eggplants 1 cup (tea) olive oil Oregano Salt 2 tomatoes, diced 4 tablespoons olive oil Instructions: After thoroughly cleaning the eggplants, cut them into four pieces lengthwise, and then cut each piece into four or five smaller pieces. Place them in a mixture of water with a little salt (1 tablespoon) and a splash of vinegar while you cut the other vegetables. Cut the bell peppers into large pieces, similar in size to the eggplant. Peel the onions and cut them into quarters. Drain the eggplants well and place them in a baking dish (or a casserole dish) along with the other cut vegetables. Add half of the bunch of basil (just the leaves), the tomatoes, season with a little salt, add the vinegar, and only 1/4 cup of olive oil. Preheat the oven and bake for ab...

  INGREDIENTS 2 large sweet potatoes 2 chicken breasts 3 tablespoons oat flour 1 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon garam masala 2 eggs A pinch of salt Fresh Minas cheese (desired amount for filling) INSTRUCTIONS Steam the sweet potatoes. Season the chicken breasts to taste and either fry them in a pan or cook them. Process the chicken in a food processor. Mash the sweet potatoes as if making a puree. Add the oat flour, oregano, salt, sweet paprika, garam masala, black pepper, processed chicken, and eggs to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix everything together. Cut Minas cheese into small cubes. Shape the mixture into balls and stuff them with the cheese cubes. Grease a baking sheet and bake the balls in a preheated oven at low temperature for approximately 15 minutes or until golden. Keep an eye on them and flip the balls halfway through the baking time. Enjoy your sweet potato and chicken balls!  😊🍽️

Brazilians are familiar with guava, guava trees, and guava paste. They know how to use guava leaf tea to soothe children’s colic, treat diarrhea (whether viral or bacterial), and even apply the tea made from young guava leaves to cleanse inflamed acne-prone skin. The guava, scientifically known as  Psidium guajava , is native to the Americas—both Central and South America (except for Mexico, where it doesn’t grow). It goes by various names, including: Araçá-guaçu Araçaíba Araçá-das-almas Araçá-mirim Araçauaçu Araçá-goiaba Guava White guava tree Red guava tree Guaiaba Guaiava Guava Guiaba Mepera Pereira It’s a close cousin to the araçás, which also belong to the  Psidium  genus within the Myrtaceae family. Araçás resemble small, rustic guavas. According to some texts, our  Psidium guajava  is native to the Brazilian cerrados (savannas) and has spread throughout the continent thanks to human hands, animal stomachs, and bird flights. The ripe, fragrant guava is not...

  Certainly! The term “Índice de Massa Corporal” (IMC) translates to “Body Mass Index” (BMI) in English. BMI is a widely used indicator of whether a person’s weight is appropriate for their height. It helps assess whether an individual is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese based on their BMI value. To calculate your BMI, you can use an online  BMI calculator . Here’s how it works: Input your height and weight : Enter your height (in feet and inches or centimeters) and weight (in pounds or kilograms). Calculate : The calculator will compute your BMI value. Interpret the result : Your BMI falls into one of the following categories: Underweight : BMI < 18.5 Normal weight : BMI 18.5 - 24.9 Overweight : BMI 25 - 29.9 Obese : BMI ≥ 30

  What Is Beta-Alanine? Beta-alanine is a non-essential amino acid that plays a crucial role in the production of carnosine, a substance that helps reduce acidity in muscles during high-intensity exercise. This can improve athletic performance and delay muscle fatigue. What Is It For? Supplementing with beta-alanine is especially beneficial for athletes and those engaging in intense physical activities. Its main benefits include: Reduction of Muscle Fatigue : Beta-alanine helps decrease muscle acidity, delaying fatigue and allowing for longer and more intense workouts. Improved Performance : By increasing carnosine levels, beta-alanine can enhance muscle strength and endurance. Muscle Recovery : It aids in post-workout recovery, allowing muscles to recover more quickly. How to Take Beta-Alanine? To obtain the benefits of beta-alanine, it is recommended to take between 2 to 3 grams of the supplement, 2 to 3 times a day, for at least 4 weeks. Here are some tips on how to take it: Div...

  Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining health and well-being. In addition to helping maintain an ideal weight, physical activity brings numerous benefits to the body and mind. Let’s explore some of the main reasons why you should incorporate physical exercise into your daily routine.