macrobiotics

[ mak-roh-bahy-ot-iks ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)

1. a philosophically oriented program incorporating elements from several ancient cultures and emphasizing harmony with nature, especially through adherence to a diet consisting primarily of whole grains, beans, vegetables, and moderate amounts of seafood and fruit.

macrobiotics

/ ˌmækrəʊbaɪˈɒtɪks /

noun

1. functioning as singular a dietary system in which foods are classified according to the principles of Yin and Yang. It advocates diets of whole grains and vegetables grown without chemical additives

Word History and Origins

Origin of macrobiotics¹

1860–65 for general sense “the science of prolonging life”; macrobiotic, -ics

Word History and Origins

Origin of macrobiotics¹

C20: from macro- + Greek biotos life + -ics