Are we too fixated on protein? ⏲️ 6 Minute English
BBC Learning English • 2025-10-16T09:02:36Z • 6:16 • intermediate • Health
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Are we too obsessed with protein? In this episode of 6 Minute English, we dive into the protein craze and explore its impact on our diets and health.
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abundance
/əˈbʌndəns/
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A very large quantity of something.
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The garden was filled with an abundance of colorful flowers.
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halo
/ˈheɪloʊ/
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A circle of light appearing to surround the sun or moon; in marketing, it refers to the perception of a product as healthy based on a single feature.
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The health halo surrounding organic foods often leads consumers to overlook their actual nutritional value.
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optimizing
/ˈɑːptɪmaɪzɪŋ/
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Making the best or most effective use of a resource or situation.
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She is optimizing her study schedule to improve her grades.
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trend
/trɛnd/
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A general direction in which something is developing or changing.
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The trend towards remote work has increased significantly in recent years.
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hacks
/hæks/
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Clever solutions or shortcuts to problems or tasks.
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Life hacks can make everyday tasks much easier and more efficient.
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fixated
/fɪkˈseɪtɪd/
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Having an obsessive attachment to someone or something.
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He was fixated on achieving perfection in his work.
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