eating pattern
[/ˈiːtɪŋ ˈpætərn/]
nounpl: eating patterns
padrão de alimentação
1. The habitual or regular way in which a person consumes food, including frequency, timing, types of food, and quantities
Her eating pattern changed significantly after she started working night shifts.
Seu padrão de alimentação mudou significativamente depois que começou a trabalhar no turno da noite.
2. A customary sequence or routine of meals and snacks throughout the day
A healthy eating pattern includes three balanced meals and two snacks daily.
Um padrão de alimentação saudável inclui três refeições balanceadas e dois lanches diários.
3. In medical and nutritional contexts, the specific dietary behaviors that may affect health outcomes
Studies show that irregular eating patterns can lead to metabolic issues.
Estudos mostram que padrões de alimentação irregulares podem levar a problemas metabólicos.
In Brazil, discussions about eating patterns are increasingly common in health and wellness contexts, particularly in urban centers like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro where nutritionists and health professionals frequently address 'padrões de alimentação' in relation to obesity and chronic diseases. In the USA, this term is heavily used in nutritional science, public health campaigns, and medical practice.
Related Idioms & Phrases
break your eating pattern - quebrar seu padrão de alimentação
establish a healthy eating pattern - estabelecer um padrão de alimentação saudável
fall into a bad eating pattern - cair em um padrão de alimentação ruim
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