food consumption
[/fuːd kənˈsʌmpʃən/]
nounpl: food consumptions
consumo de alimentos
1. the act or process of eating and drinking food; the amount of food eaten or used
Food consumption has increased significantly in developed nations over the past decade.
O consumo de alimentos aumentou significativamente nas nações desenvolvidas na última década.
2. the rate or quantity at which food is consumed by individuals, groups, or populations
Daily food consumption varies greatly depending on age, activity level, and metabolism.
O consumo diário de alimentos varia muito dependendo da idade, nível de atividade e metabolismo.
3. in economics and statistics, the measurement of food intake used for dietary analysis and nutritional research
The study analyzed food consumption patterns among different socioeconomic groups.
O estudo analisou os padrões de consumo de alimentos entre diferentes grupos socioeconômicos.
In Brazil, discussions about food consumption are increasingly common in health campaigns and nutritional education programs. The term 'consumo de alimentos' is widely used by nutritionists, public health officials, and in media related to health and wellness. Understanding consumption patterns has become important due to rising obesity rates and chronic disease prevention initiatives in both Brazil and the USA.
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