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Articles about nutrition

Welcome to our nutrition articles — your go-to resource for understanding how food fuels your body. Here you'll find evidence-based guides on macronutrients, calorie counting strategies, and practical meal-planning advice you can put to use straight away. Whether you're trying to understand nutrition labels in the supermarket, figure out how many calories are in a typical snack, or learn about the food-composition databases that dietitians rely on, our nutrition articles break down complex topics into actionable insights. From protein intake for muscle building to fibre-rich meals for better digestion, every article is written by the Moveno team to help you make informed food choices — no fad diets, no hype, just practical knowledge you can apply today. We write for real people eating across Europe. That means our content covers the products you actually find on the shelves and the meals you actually eat. We explain how to read Nutri-Score labels, break down mainstream dietary guidelines, and use real examples with meals you recognise — from a quick weekday lunch to a classic dinner of potatoes, protein, and vegetables. Our articles are grounded in official food-composition data and current nutritional research. Everything you read here applies directly to your shopping list and kitchen routine.

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Heart-healthy cholesterol-lowering foods including nuts, oily fish and oats arranged on a wooden board
Nutrition

Lowering cholesterol with diet: what does the science say?

Which foods lower LDL cholesterol with proven effect? Everything about soluble fibre, plant sterols, nuts, oily fish, and what to avoid.

4 min read
Blood pressure-friendly foods including beetroot, garlic and leafy greens arranged on a surface
Nutrition

Lowering blood pressure with diet: what actually works?

Which foods lower blood pressure with proven effect? Everything about the DASH diet, reducing salt, potassium, beetroot juice, and other evidence-based approaches.

4 min read
Colourful antioxidant-rich berries and dark chocolate on a wooden board
Nutrition

Antioxidants: what they are and which foods contain the most

What are antioxidants, how do they protect your cells, and which foods contain the most? Everything about free radicals, food sources, and whether supplements are worth it.

5 min read
Plant-based milk alternatives in glasses next to a glass of lactose-free milk
Nutrition

Lactose intolerance: symptoms, causes and alternatives

What is lactose intolerance, what are the symptoms, and which dairy or alternatives can you still eat? A complete overview with practical tips.

4 min read
Gluten-free grains and alternatives such as buckwheat, quinoa and rice on a wooden board
Nutrition

Gluten-free eating: a complete guide for beginners

When is gluten-free eating truly necessary and how do you approach it? Everything about coeliac disease, gluten sensitivity, safe grains, and hidden gluten.

5 min read
Clear glass of water next to a water pitcher with lemon slices on a sunny table, representing daily hydration goals
Nutrition

How much water should you drink per day?

The Voedingscentrum recommends 1.5 to 2 litres of fluid daily — but your exact needs depend on who you are and what you do. Learn how to find your personal target.

4 min read
Ingredient list on a packaged food product showing partially hydrogenated oil, the key term identifying industrial trans fats
Nutrition

Trans fats: why they are the most harmful dietary fat

Trans fats are the only dietary fat unanimously considered harmful. Learn why they are uniquely dangerous, where they still appear, and how EU law protects you since 2021.

4 min read
Side-by-side comparison of saturated fat foods like butter and cheese next to healthy unsaturated alternatives including olive oil and mixed nuts
Nutrition

Saturated fats: are they really that bad for you?

Saturated fats raise LDL cholesterol, but the link to heart disease is more nuanced than the headline suggests. Learn how much is too much and what to replace them with.

4 min read
Fresh salmon fillet beside omega-3 fish oil capsules on a wooden board, rich in EPA and DHA fatty acids
Nutrition

Omega-3 fatty acids: benefits, sources and dosage

EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids are essential for your heart, brain and eyes. Discover the best food sources, daily targets and when supplements actually make sense.

4 min read