adequate nutrition
[/ˈædɪkwət nuːˈtrɪʃən/]
noun phrase
nutrição adequada
1. The intake of food and nutrients sufficient to meet the body's physiological needs for growth, maintenance, and optimal health
Adequate nutrition is essential for children's development and cognitive function.
A nutrição adequada é essencial para o desenvolvimento e função cognitiva das crianças.
2. A balanced diet containing appropriate amounts of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals required for good health
The school lunch program aims to provide adequate nutrition for all students.
O programa de merenda escolar visa fornecer nutrição adequada para todos os alunos.
In Brazil, adequate nutrition is a significant public health topic, particularly concerning children in public schools. The government has programs (like PNAE - Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolar) to ensure adequate nutrition for low-income students. In the USA, adequate nutrition is emphasized through USDA dietary guidelines and school nutrition standards.
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