alkalizing
[ˈæl.kə.laɪ.zɪŋ]
verb (present participle) / adjective
alcalinizante / alcalinizador
1. The process of making something alkaline or increasing its pH level above 7
Alkalizing water is believed by some to improve health.
Alcalinizar a água é acreditado por alguns como benéfico para a saúde.
2. In chemistry, converting an acidic substance into an alkaline one
The alkalizing agent neutralized the acidic solution.
O agente alcalinizante neutralizou a solução ácida.
3. In nutrition/wellness, consuming foods or beverages thought to raise body pH levels
She is alkalizing her diet by eating more vegetables.
Ela está alcalinizando sua dieta comendo mais vegetais.
The term 'alkalizing' has gained popularity in wellness culture, particularly in North America and Brazil, where alkaline diets and alkaline water are promoted as health solutions despite limited scientific evidence. In Portugal and scientific communities, the term remains primarily chemical/technical. The concept resonates with alternative health movements in both Brazil and the USA.
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