dietary supplement
[ˈdaɪ.ə.ter.i ˈsʌp.lə.mənt]
nounpl: dietary supplements
suplemento dietético
1. A product intended to supplement the diet and contain one or more dietary ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, or other substances
She takes a dietary supplement every morning to boost her immune system.
Ela toma um suplemento dietético todas as manhãs para aumentar sua imunidade.
2. A substance used to provide nutritional support beyond what is obtained from food alone
The doctor recommended a dietary supplement to address her vitamin D deficiency.
O médico recomendou um suplemento dietético para tratar sua deficiência de vitamina D.
In Brazil, dietary supplements have become increasingly popular in fitness and wellness communities, particularly in urban centers like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The market is heavily regulated by ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária). In the United States, dietary supplements are regulated differently than medications and are widely available over-the-counter. Americans commonly use supplements for various health goals, from general wellness to specific health concerns.
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