allowed substances
[/əˈlaʊd ˈsʌbstənsɪz/]
nounpl: allowed substances
substâncias permitidas
1. Substances that are officially approved, permitted, or legal for use in a specific context, such as sports, food production, or medical treatment
The athlete was careful to use only allowed substances on the approved list for the competition.
O atleta teve cuidado em usar apenas substâncias permitidas da lista aprovada para a competição.
2. In sports and doping contexts, substances that do not violate anti-doping regulations
The coach ensured all supplements given to athletes were allowed substances according to WADA guidelines.
O treinador garantiu que todos os suplementos dados aos atletas fossem substâncias permitidas de acordo com as diretrizes da WADA.
3. In regulatory and legal contexts, materials that comply with established safety and quality standards
Only allowed substances can be used in organic food production.
Apenas substâncias permitidas podem ser usadas na produção de alimentos orgânicos.
In Brazil and internationally, 'allowed substances' is primarily used in sports (particularly in anti-doping discussions), pharmaceuticals, and food safety regulations. The term is crucial in competitive sports contexts where athletes and coaches must navigate strict lists of permitted supplements and medications. It reflects the importance of regulatory compliance in professional athletics and regulated industries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
on the list of allowed substances
within allowed substances parameters
cleared as an allowed substance
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