What is Food?

Food is defined as a substance that essentially consists of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, vitamins, and other essential components that are used by your body to produce energy, sustain growth, heal the body, and performs other vital body processes. FOOD is not to be confused with Edible Food-like Substances. Find out more on our WHAT IS FOOD page.

Unprocessed foods retain their innate nutritional richness in its most pristine state. These essential nutrients hold the key to nurturing our bodies, fostering both healing and promoting growth and development. 

 Below is a helpful list of WHOLESOME HEALTHY NATURAL foods. These foods have many options to cook and create wholesome meals and snacks for all ages and tastes. 

• Fruits, Vegetables and Legumes           
• Meats, Eggs and Seafood 
• Seeds, Nuts and Grains    
• Healthy Oils (Coconut, Olive, Avocado)
• Herbs, Spices and Teas
• Natural Sweeteners ( Honey, Maple Syrup)
• Mushrooms 

Wholesometarians are like-minded individuals who recognize that the quality of what they consume directly impacts their body's performance. When we opt for foods lacking in nutritional value, we essentially burden our bodies with extra effort for minimal nourishment. Conversely, choosing foods abundant in nutrients equips our bodies with the optimal fuel, thereby bolstering our defense against numerous diet-related ailments.

The key to a successful life lies in adopting the right approach. Being a wholesometarian entails making mindful decisions to consume the most nourishing fuel available within our unique environments.

We acknowledge that life isn't flawless; our circumstances and surroundings differ greatly. Urban living varies significantly from rural lifestyles, and not everyone has identical resources. While convenience for one person might be absent or inaccessible for another, we all possess the capacity to make conscientious choices to the best of our abilities.

Thriving as a wholesometarian hinges upon grasping the concept of making the finest possible choice within our respective settings. By cultivating awareness, we can employ our knowledge to lead us in selecting minimally processed products and opting for fresh, whole foods whenever feasible.