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Cocinar al vapor
Steaming
Unlike traditional boiling, the food here never touches the water; it cooks solely thanks to the heat of rising steam. It is, technically, the most effective way to keep the... Read more...
La hidratación en verano
Hydration in summer
Our body contains between 60% and 70% of this essential fluid. However, in summer, maintaining this balance is a real technical challenge. We constantly lose water (through urine, feces, breathing... Read more...
Los métodos de conservación químicos y atmosféricos.
Chemical and atmospheric preservation methods
Technically, these methods seek to halt the food’s biological clock by altering its gaseous environment or using natural substances that inhibit bacteria. Read more...
El variado mundo de los derivados lácteos
The varied world of dairy derivatives
Here, we’re really into cheeses and yogurts, but technically, do you know what happens to turn milk into those very different products? It all comes down to technological processes that... Read more...
La conservación por métodos químicos.
Conservation using chemical methods
Technically, these methods not only extend the shelf life of food by reducing microbial load, but also transform its texture and enhance its flavor. Let's see how they work in... Read more...
La leche
the milk
Technically, milk is a perfect emulsion: a complex mixture of water, sugars, fats, proteins, and vitamins. But do you know the differences between the "fresh" milk you buy and carton... Read more...
Ventajas del Papillote: Salud y Sabor Concentrado
Advantages of Papillote: Health and Concentrated Flavor
It consists of wrapping food in heat-resistant paper and roasting it in the oven. Technically, it is an indirect heat cooking method where the food cooks in its own juices,... Read more...
Cuidarse no es un castigo, es un acto de amor propio.
Taking care of yourself isn't a punishment, it's an act of self-love.
Taking care of yourself isn't a punishment, it's an act of self-love. Here, we know that good things take time, so let's organize your new routine with technical, firm steps. Read more...
Los prebióticos y los probióticos.
Prebiotics and probiotics
If we take care of that gut flora, it will take care of us by acting as a filter against pathogens and improving our digestion. But do you know how... Read more...
Características del Níspero: La fruta que no espera
Loquat Characteristics: The Fruit That Doesn't Wait
The loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) is the first stone fruit of the season (from April to June) and is a fantastic nutritional powerhouse, thanks to its antioxidant properties and its support... Read more...
El aceite de oliva, nuestro auténtico "oro líquido"
Olive oil, our authentic 'liquid gold'
Olive oil is, technically, the juice of the olive. Unlike other seed oils that require complex chemical processes, virgin olive oil is simply obtained by pressing the fruit. It is... Read more...
La conservación por calor
Heat conservation
Technically, what we do is raise the temperature to denature the enzymes and destroy the microorganisms that spoil food. Let's take a look at the differences between techniques! Read more...
¿Cómo funciona la cocción en microondas?
How does microwave cooking work?
Unlike a conventional oven, heat here is generated from the inside out and is typically not uniform. That is why the rotating plate is vital: it helps distribute the waves... Read more...
Los batidos detox.
Detox smoothies
As a nutritionist, I am technically obligated to tell you the truth, even if it isn’t so “magical”: no, detox shakes do not lead to weight loss. No food, nor... Read more...
El estofado, el braseado y el guisado.
Stew, braised dish, and simmered dish
The mixed cooking. It is called this because heat reaches the food through two mediums: fat (which seals and adds flavor) and liquid (water, wine, or broth, which cooks and... Read more...
La granada
The pomegranate
The first thing that stands out about the pomegranate is that it is very light. Since it is made up of 89% water, it provides very few calories and a... Read more...
¿Comer fruta después de comer engorda?
Does eating fruit after eating make you gain weight?
This is false. In the stomach, all foods mix with gastric juices. Our digestive system has specific secretions for each nutrient and manages the mixture efficiently; no strange fermentation occurs. Read more...
El calabacín
Zucchini
What stands out most about zucchini is its extremely high water (89%) content, which makes it extremely low in calories: only 31 kcal per 100 g. It's the perfect ally... Read more...
¿Son recomendables las verduras congeladas o son "peores" que las frescas?
Are frozen vegetables recommended, or are they 'worse' than fresh vegetables?
There's a myth that they lose vitamins, but scientific reality will surprise you. Read more...
Trucos para evitar los principales problemas al cocer ciertos alimentos
Tips to avoid the main issues when cooking certain foods
Cooking seems simple: water, fire, and time. But behind that boil there is a series of chemical and physical reactions that can ruin a texture or color. Here are the... Read more...
El albaricoque
Apricot
The apricot stands out for its high water content and moderate carbohydrate content, which makes it very light (only 40 kcal per 100 g). Read more...
La cocción al vacío
Vacuum cooking
Technically, it involves placing food in an airtight, heat-resistant container, removing the air, hermetically sealing it, and subjecting it to a constant heat source. Since there is no air, heat... Read more...
La anatomía del grano: ¿Qué estamos tirando al refinar?
The Anatomy of Grain: What Are We Throwing Away When Refining?
A cereal grain has four fundamental parts, and in refined grains (like those found in white flour or white rice) we keep almost exclusively the endosperm (pure starch). Read more...
El arroz
Rice
There are over two hundred varieties, but in Spain, the bomba rice stands out—a large, round grain with an amazing ability to absorb flavors without getting too mushy. What sets... Read more...
Afecta a muchísima gente en su día a día: el estreñimiento.
Constipation affects a huge number of people in their day-to-day lives
Technical recommendations suggest about 25 g of fiber per day for women and about 38 g for men, but the reality in Spain is that we barely average 16 g.... Read more...
¿Blanco o Azul?
White or Blue?
Today we are going to dive into the fascinating world of fish, a food that we know very well in Spain, since 90% of what we consume comes directly from... Read more...
Tipos de Cocción en Agua
Types of Cooking in Water
Not everything is "boiling". Depending on the heat intensity and time, we have different processes Read more...
Legumbres: el remojo y la rehidratación
Legumes: Soaking and Rehydration
Legumes (lentils, chickpeas, beans) are dry seeds that need to "wake up". Prolonged soaking, usually overnight, not only reduces cooking time but also triggers vital chemical changes Read more...
¿Hacer 5 comidas al día ayuda a adelgazar?
Does eating 5 meals a day help with weight loss?
The controversy is in full swing because, technically speaking, there is no ideal number of meals for everyone. What really matters isn’t how often you eat, but the nutritional density... Read more...
Tipos de Leche y Alternativas Vegetales
Types of Milk and Plant-Based Alternatives
Milk is, technically speaking, another nutritional tool that we can choose to take or leave, depending on our tastes and needs. Read more...
Tempura: la técnica reina de la fritura rápida.
Tempura: The Ultimate Quick-Frying Technique.
It's not just "batter and fry"; it's a technical process where oil acts as an ultra-efficient heat transfer medium. The goal is to create a physical barrier that protects the... Read more...
Auténtico tesoro del otoño e invierno: la calabaza.
Authentic Fall and Winter Treasure: The Pumpkin
The first thing that stands out about pumpkin is that it’s essentially water (90-95%). This makes it the perfect ally for any type of diet, as it provides only around... Read more...
El Mito de los "Alimentos de Desayuno"
The Myth of 'Breakfast Foods'
Have you noticed that breakfast is the only meal that always seems to come in bright-colored cardboard boxes? Supermarket aisles are full of “fit” cereals, cookies, and juices that promise... Read more...
Refrigeración: El arte del frío positivo
Refrigeration: The Art of Positive Cold
It consists of keeping food near 0 °C. It’s not just 'putting it in the fridge', but understanding that each food has its exact proper point so it doesn’t lose... Read more...
Vinagre: Propiedades y Usos
Vinegar: Properties and Uses
Vinegar is a natural preservative par excellence. By lowering the pH of foods, it prevents bacteria from growing, something fundamental in the food industry. Read more...
Amasado y el horneado del pan
Kneading and Baking Bread
Kneading isn't simply mixing ingredients. It's a homogenization technique where the proteins in flour (gliadins and glutelins) react with each other in the presence of water and air. Read more...
¿Qué son técnicamente las vitaminas?
What are vitamins, technically?
Vitamins are complex organic molecules that our body needs in minimal quantities (micronutrients) but cannot produce on its own (they are essential). They do not provide calories, but they are... Read more...
La sandía: Mucho más que agua
Watermelon: So Much More Than Water
If we analyze watermelon from a clinical standpoint, the first thing that stands out is that 93% of its weight is water. This makes it a fantastic natural diuretic that... Read more...
Por qué deberías dejar de hacer dietas rápidas
Why you should stop going on crash diets
We often think of a "diet" as a process of going hungry for a set period of time to lose weight quickly. However, if it took us years to gain... Read more...
Tipos de Hortalizas: De la Raíz a la Semilla
Types of Vegetables: From Root to Seed
The most striking thing about vegetables is that they are 90% water, which explains their low caloric value. They don’t stand out for their fat content (less than 1%) or... Read more...
Manipular y conservar huevos en verano
Handle and store eggs in summer
Elena de Castelló teaches you how to handle and store eggs during summer to avoid food poisoning and enjoy your meals with total safety Read more...
La Horchata: Energía Inteligente y Digestiva
La Horchata: Smart and Digestive Energy
Elena de Castelló reveals the energy and digestive benefits of tiger nut horchata, a heart-healthy, gluten-free beverage rich in arginine. Read more...
El pan es el culpable
Bread is to blame
Bread has a moderate calorie content (between 240 and 260 kcal per 100 g). What's interesting is that when bread is toasted or is the 'picos' variety, the calorie count... Read more...
Brevas vs. Higos: ¿Cuál es la diferencia real?
Brevas vs. Figs: What's the Real Difference?
Many people get confused, but the technical explanation is fascinating. 'Double-bearing' fig trees produce two harvests. Read more...
7 Consejos para una Nochebuena con Sentido
7 Tips for a Meaningful Christmas Eve
Nobody wants the party to end with an antacid in their hand, so let’s bring some technical order to this delicious chaos. Read more...
El Huevo: Un Tesoro Nutricional sin Prejuicios
The Egg: A Nutritional Treasure Without Prejudice
The egg is a versatile, economical food and, above all, an exceptional source of high-quality protein and fats essential for our bodies. The long-standing point of contention has been cholesterol,... Read more...
Desmontando el Mito: El Agua y las Calorías
Debunking the Myth: Water and Calories
It doesn’t matter if you drink water before, during, or after eating; your energy intake will not change. Water cannot be converted into fat, nor can it make the foods... Read more...
Cocciones en medio seco
Medium Dry-Heat Cooking
These cooking methods (grill, griddle, or oven) heat food through their surfaces, creating a crust that enhances palatability, aids digestion, and keeps nutrients concentrated inside. Read more...
Dificultades Navideñas: Rehidratación y Energía Real
Christmas Difficulties: Hydration and Real Energy
The top priority when getting out of bed is rehydration. Alcohol and large, indulgent meals dehydrate your cells, which causes that familiar tiredness associated with a "gastric hangover" Read more...
¿Qué es exactamente una emulsión?
What exactly is an emulsion?
An emulsion is a stable mixture of two immiscible liquids (which do not mix naturally), such as water and oil. To achieve this, we need an "emulsifier", a substance that... Read more...