whole food

noun

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

Examples of whole food in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Most experts recommend getting omega-3s from food rather than supplements because whole foods provide extra nutrients and carry fewer potential risks. — Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 31 July 2026

This can include stress reduction like yoga or meditation, fitness classes, exercising, prioritizing a whole foods based diet, massage, reiki, counseling, and acupuncture. — Nicole Pajer, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026

Adding beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits, vegetables and whole grains are great ways to get fiber from whole foods, Mokari said. — Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 24 July 2026

Eating a heart-healthy diet means prioritizing nutrient-dense, whole foods and paying attention to portion sizes. — Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 23 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for whole food

• altitude
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• finitude
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• gratitude
• interlude

Medical Definition

whole food

noun

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