whole food

noun

: a natural food and especially an unprocessed one (such as a vegetable or fruit)

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Asche recommends smoothies that contain whole foods rich in protein, carbohydrates, and antioxidants. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024 Moreover, there is likely to be a greater emphasis and education on the health benefits of whole foods and exercise to prevent chronic disease as an alternative to pharmaceutical intervention. Landen Williams, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 Relying too heavily on supplements rather than getting nutrients from whole foods can also lead to nutrient deficiencies and/or imbalances. Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024 People should aim for at least 150 minutes a week of moderate to high-intensity exercise and should try to have a diet that emphasizes whole foods such as vegetables, lean meats, beans, whole grains and nuts. Katia Hetter, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for whole food 

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of whole food was in 1880

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“Whole food.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whole%20food. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

Medical Definition

whole food

noun
: a natural food and especially an unprocessed one (as a vegetable or fruit)
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