whole food

noun

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

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Long beloved by health experts and practitioners alike, this eating pattern is all about nutrient-rich whole foods with a coastal vibe. Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 25 Sep. 2025 Focus on eating more whole foods. Merve Ceylan, Health, 25 Sep. 2025 Choose meals with whole foods, fiber, and plenty of color. Michiko Tomioka, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025 Choose whole foods, lean proteins, and complex carbohydrates to maintain stable energy levels. Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025 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 4 Oct. 2025.

Medical Definition

whole food

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