good nutrition

[ɡʊd nu'trɪʃən]
noun phrase
boa nutrição
1. The consumption of a balanced diet that provides essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals necessary for health, growth, and proper bodily function
Good nutrition is essential for maintaining a healthy immune system.
A boa nutrição é essencial para manter um sistema imunológico saudável.
2. The practice of eating foods that promote overall wellness and prevent chronic diseases
Children with good nutrition perform better in school.
Crianças com boa nutrição têm melhor desempenho escolar.
In Brazil, good nutrition (boa nutrição) is increasingly emphasized in public health campaigns and school programs. The term 'alimentação saudável' (healthy eating) is also widely used in casual contexts. In the USA, good nutrition is a cornerstone of health education and wellness programs, often discussed in relation to preventing obesity and lifestyle diseases.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
healthy eatingbalanced dietproper nutritionadequate nutritionsound nutrition
Antonyms / Antônimos
poor nutritionmalnutritionbad eating habitsunhealthy diet

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
boa nutrição
Standard term used in health and medical contexts
São Paulo
boa alimentação
Alternative common usage emphasizing food consumption aspects
Rio de Janeiro
boa nutrição
Medical/official term preferred in formal contexts
Portugal
boa nutrição
Identical to Brazilian usage; may also say 'alimentação saudável'

Related Words

nutrientsvitaminsmineralsdiethealthwellnessbalanced dietdietary guidelines

Related Idioms & Phrases

you are what you eat
eating your greens
a balanced diet
nutritional value
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