Definitions
from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License
- n. The characteristic of being healthful; healthiness; wholesomeness.
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
- n. The state of being healthful.
from The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
- n. The state of being healthful or healthy; wholesomeness; salubrity.
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- n. the quality of promoting good health
Etymologies
Examples
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While common sense might suggest we avoid overconsumption of certain types of foods, there are currently no widely accepted standards to judge the "healthfulness" of individual foods.
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After food quality, 'healthfulness' and 'safety' round off the top three drivers for kosher food purchases.
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Though piggybacking life saving devices on a product that's not known for it's healthfulness is controversial in some circles, many innovators in development work believe there's a lot to emulate in Coke's success.
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Food safety, in the broadest sense of food security (ending hunger) and healthfulness (being against processed foods), was discussed by many of the speakers -- clearly, important issues that impact billions worldwide.
William Marler: What Is the "Future of Food" Without Food Safety?
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It is based on the most updated body of scientific evidence about the healthfulness of pasta.
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It's true that you can't plant a Triscuit, but Kraft's participation helps to spotlight the additive-free healthfulness of that product, while Coke's has to do with conserving water.
Michael Sigman: Urban Farming's Detroit Roots Blossom Into Global Vision
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We all spend about half our time in our homes, so the essential factors of the healthfulness of our homes and apartments can make a big difference in how we feel.
Ashley Koff: Is Your Home Toxic? A Total Energy Makeover That May Improve Your Health
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Getty Images Dieters are much more likely than non-dieters to view dishes named 'salad' as healthful, and to change their behavior accordingly Researchers asked both groups, 76 people in all, to evaluate the healthfulness of that ambiguous pasta-salad dish.
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The soaring rates of obesity, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, and diet-related cancers stand in stark contrast to the healthfulness and sporting prowess that we will all applaud this coming weekend.
Andrew Gunther: Will Yours Be a Sustainable Super Bowl Sunday?
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He did not help his cause by advocating nude sunbaths for their spiritual healthfulness.
Leigh E. Schmidt: The History Of Yoga And Religion In America
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