unbalanced diet
[/ʌnˈbælənst ˈdaɪət/]
nounpl: unbalanced diets
dieta desequilibrada
1. a diet lacking proper proportions of essential nutrients, vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, and fats needed for optimal health
An unbalanced diet high in processed foods can lead to obesity and nutritional deficiencies.
Uma dieta desequilibrada rica em alimentos processados pode levar à obesidade e deficiências nutricionais.
2. eating habits characterized by excessive consumption of certain food groups while neglecting others
Teenagers often suffer from an unbalanced diet when they eat too many sweets and fast food.
Adolescentes frequentemente sofrem com uma dieta desequilibrada quando comem muitos doces e alimentos rápidos.
In Brazil, dietary awareness has increased significantly due to rising obesity rates and health campaigns. The term 'dieta desequilibrada' is commonly used by nutritionists (nutricionistas) and health professionals. American culture often associates unbalanced diets with busy lifestyles and convenience foods, while Brazilian culture increasingly emphasizes traditional, wholesome foods as part of healthy eating education.
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