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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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Person exercising during intermittent fasting, clock and gym in the background symbolising timed eating and movement
Nutrition

Intermittent fasting and exercise: can you combine them?

Intermittent fasting and exercise can work well together — if you time your workouts right, eat enough protein, and listen to your body. Discover how to combine IF with strength training and cardio.

5 min read
Clock beside a healthy meal plate illustrating the 8-hour eating window of the 16/8 intermittent fasting method
Nutrition

Intermittent fasting 16/8: how the most popular method works

With 16/8 you fast for 16 hours and eat for 8 — typically noon to 8pm. How it works, what you can drink, what to expect in week one, and what the research says about weight loss.

4 min read
Woman looking at a clock next to a plate of healthy food as a metaphor for intermittent fasting eating windows and timing for women
Nutrition

Intermittent fasting for women: what the research actually says

Does intermittent fasting affect hormones and fertility in women? Research shows IF is safe for most women — with important caveats. Practical tips for a careful start and who should avoid it.

4 min read
Fresh salmon fillet with nutrition labels showing calories, protein and omega-3 fatty acids on a wooden cutting board
Nutrition

Salmon nutrition facts: protein, omega-3 and everything in between

Salmon provides around 179 calories, 20g protein and 11g fat per 100g — including the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. Discover the complete nutritional profile and how salmon fits into a healthy diet.

4 min read
Plate with food on one half and a clock on the other half as a visual metaphor for intermittent fasting eating windows and schedules
Nutrition

Intermittent fasting schedules: which one actually fits your life?

Comparing the three most popular IF schedules: 16/8, 5:2 and Eat-Stop-Eat. Find out what the research says about weight loss and which fasting pattern fits your lifestyle.

4 min read
Chicken breast, chicken thigh and drumsticks side by side on a cutting board with macro labels showing calories, protein and fat values per preparation method
Nutrition

Nutritional value of chicken: compared by preparation method

Chicken is the most popular meat in the Netherlands. But how many calories and protein are actually in it? And what is the difference between boiled, grilled and fried? Here are all the nutritional values.

6 min read
Bowl of steaming oatmeal with oat flakes, berries and nuts on a wooden table with macro labels showing calories, protein and fiber values
Nutrition

Oatmeal nutritional value: why it makes the perfect breakfast

Oatmeal is often called the perfect breakfast. But does that claim hold up? Here are all the nutritional values, a comparison with other cereals, and the science behind its satiety effect.

6 min read
Sliced avocado on a wooden board with macro labels showing calories, healthy fats, fiber and potassium values alongside a whole avocado
Nutrition

Nutritional value of avocado: what is in this fatty fruit?

Avocado is known as a superfood, but what is actually in it? Here are the complete nutritional values of avocado: calories, fats, fiber and the micronutrients that make it special.

5 min read
Boiled potatoes, a jacket potato and roasted potato wedges side by side with macro labels showing calories, potassium and vitamin C values
Nutrition

Nutritional value of potatoes: the underrated root vegetable

Potatoes have an undeserved bad reputation. They are low in calories, rich in potassium and vitamin C, and form a nutritious base for many meals. Here are all the nutritional values.

5 min read