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.

Nutrition

Brown sugar vs white sugar: which is healthier?

Brown sugar looks healthier than white sugar — but is it? We compare calories, minerals, and glycaemic index, and look at what Dutch nutrition authority Voedingscentrum says.

4 min read
Nutrition

Sugar-free banana bread: healthy basic recipe

Banana bread without added sugar is easy to make with ripe bananas and oats — and tastes surprisingly sweet. This recipe delivers around 93 kcal per slice, is high in fibre, and contains no added sugar.

4 min read
Nutrition

Blood sugar too high: symptoms & what to do

Extreme thirst, fatigue, blurred vision — these can be signs of high blood sugar. What are the symptoms of hyperglycaemia, when is it serious, and what can you do about it?

4 min read
Nutrition

How many grams of sugar per day should you eat?

The WHO recommends a maximum of 25 grams of free sugars per day — but the average Dutch person consumes more than four times that amount. What counts as free sugar, what doesn't, and how do you keep track?

4 min read
Nutrition

Healthy snacks: 20 options under 100 calories

Looking for healthy snacks that won't blow your calorie budget? Here are 20 nutritious options under 100 calories each — with counts, tips, and everything you need to know.

4 min read
Breakfast spread in morning light with overnight oats, avocado toast, Greek yoghurt with fruit and scrambled eggs on a wooden table
Nutrition

Healthy breakfast: 12 recipes for every morning

Looking for a healthy breakfast? Discover what makes a breakfast truly healthy and choose from 12 recipes — from overnight oats to shakshuka — for every morning.

6 min read
Colourful healthy dinner plate with salmon, broccoli and sweet potato neatly divided according to the portion rule on a white plate
Nutrition

Healthy dinner ideas: 15 easy recipes

Looking for easy healthy dinner recipes? Discover the plate formula and 15 recipes with nutritional values — from salmon to lentil soup.

5 min read
Colourful selection of six healthy meals with vegetables, legumes and wholegrains in attractive bowls
Nutrition

What to eat today: 30 quick healthy meal ideas

No inspiration for tonight? Here are 30 quick healthy meal ideas — all on the table in under 30 minutes, with vegetables, protein and complex carbohydrates as the foundation.

4 min read
Colourful healthy meal bowls with fresh vegetables, wholegrains and protein-rich ingredients on a wooden table
Nutrition

Healthy eating: the complete beginner's guide

Healthy eating does not have to be complicated. Discover what your body needs, how to apply the Dutch dietary guidelines and which practical habits make the biggest difference — based on the latest 2025 evidence.

4 min read