whole food

noun

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

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Pairing it with whole foods like berries or nuts can add natural sweetness and additional nutrients without causing sharp increases in blood sugar. Lindsey Desoto, Health, 1 Apr. 2026 As part of the pledge, Nicklaus agreed to spend at least 5% of its yearly food and drink budget on nutritious, whole foods from Florida farmers that align with the federal dietary guidelines, with a promise to increase that amount every year by 1% going forward. Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026 Dietitians note that protein powders are ultraprocessed, meaning whole food ingredients are significantly altered during manufacturing before sweeteners, emulsifiers and industrial ingredients are added. Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026 But as long as your cart is loaded with whole foods, your diet will be rich in fiber in no time. Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026 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 Apr. 2026.

Medical Definition

whole food

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