whole food

noun

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

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Now in its 40th year, the foundation was established in honor of the eponymous chef who began his own culinary school, authored numerous cookbooks and proselytized cooking with whole foods. Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026 Making these nutrient-rich whole foods a regular part of your diet is a great place to start. Beth Krietsch, SELF, 22 Jan. 2026 Smoothies can be a healthy snack or breakfast when made with whole foods like fruits, vegetables, seeds, and yogurt. Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 21 Jan. 2026 Balanced nutrition rich in whole foods, fiber, lean proteins, and healthy fats help regulate blood sugar, cholesterol, and body weight. Care Resource, Miami Herald, 20 Jan. 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 26 Jan. 2026.

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whole food

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