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Anna Vilarrasa

Anna Vilarrasa

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Nutritionist and Dietician

A nutritionist and dietitian specializing in phytotherapy, infant nutrition, vegan diets and vegetarian diets. She works as a clinical nutritionist, both for individuals and companies. She combines this work with writing articles on health, balanced diet and lifestyle in general.

About the author

Graduated in Dietetics and Human Nutrition from the Roger de Llúria School in Barcelona in 2012. After finishing her official studies, Anna Vilarrasa specialized in Vegan Diets, and later in Infant Nutrition.

Likewise, she has the Food Communication Postgraduate Diploma awarded by the Open University of Catalonia, the Higher University Course on Food and Nutrition in Children of the IL3 Continuing Education Institute - University of Barcelona, and a Specialization course in Vegetarian Clinical Nutrition of the Institute of Nutrition and Health Sciences .

Currently, she is working at the herbalist company Herbolari Bo de Bo, an activity that she combines with dietary advice consultations (both face-to-face and online) and the creation of personalized individual and group menus.

In addition, she is the author of a blog ( www.annavilarrasa.com ) and writer of articles on food, diets, lifestyle and herbal medicine.

Last articles

The 10 Most Exotic Fruits in The World and Their Properties
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5 Astringent Foods for Diarrhea Relief
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Recommended Diet and Nutrition
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6 Benefits of the Tamarillo
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Broad Beans: Properties and Contraindications
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Can People with Diabetes Eat Cheese?
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How to Freeze Pumpkin: Tips and Tricks
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What Do We Know About Apricot Seeds?
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Diet for High Bilirubin: Tips and Recommended Foods
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Indole-3-Carbinol: Properties and Benefits
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Synthetic Meat
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The Differences Between the Green and Yellow Kiwifruit
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Recommended Diet and Nutrition for Hepatitis Patients
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How to Make A Delicious Pea Puree
Appetizers and main coursesHow to Make A Delicious Pea PureeThere's no quicker and easier way to prepare this vegetable than pea puree. That's because you only need a few...
A Review of the Pros and Cons of the Optavia Diet
Healthy dietsA Review of the Pros and Cons of the Optavia DietThe Optavia diet is basically a weight loss or weight maintenance plan that blends a lean and green diet with...
Orthomolecular Nutrition: What Is It?
NutritionOrthomolecular Nutrition: What Is It?Orthomolecular nutrition is a therapy based on the supply of nutrients to the body to make up for deficiencies caused...
Homemade Cherry Jam Recipe
RecipesHomemade Cherry Jam RecipeWhen you see this beautiful fruit in spring farmers' markets, it's a great time to make homemade cherry jam. It's great to sweeten desserts, breakfasts, or snacks for the whole family....
Does Vinegar Kill Anisakis?
HealthDoes Vinegar Kill Anisakis?Did you know that 9 out of 10 people who contract anisakis do so after consuming anchovies in vinegar? Vinegar doesn't kill anisakis. So, pickled anchovies and other pickled marinated...
Microwaved Mushrooms: A Quick and Easy Recipe
RecipesMicrowaved Mushrooms: A Quick and Easy RecipeWho hasn't ever looked for an easy, quick, healthy recipe that's guaranteed to be a success? In the following article,...
What Are Pseudocereals and What Are the Benefits?
DietWhat Are Pseudocereals and What Are the Benefits?Pseudocereals are plants that people have been cultivating for years. This grain is actually a flower seed. Whereas typical cereals and...
Barley Water: Benefits, Contraindications and Recipe
DietBarley Water: Benefits, Contraindications and RecipeBarley water is a refreshing drink with nutritional properties. It's typical of a few regions of Spain and some Central...