whole-grain
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of whole-grain
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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Among the healthier options are whole-grain breads, some soy and almond milks and some plant-based meat alternatives, said Maya Vadiveloo, associate professor of nutrition at the University of Rhode Island.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
Foods like seeds, nuts, whole-grain breads, greens and fruit are good sources of magnesium, she says.
From BBC • Oct. 24, 2025
Some examples include plain yogurt or cottage cheese with berries, an apple with nuts or nut butter, hummus with raw veggies, or whole-grain crackers with cheese.
From Seattle Times • May 6, 2024
The company’s product line runs a whole-grain gamut, including stone-ground sorghum flour, paleo-style muesli and whole wheat-pearl couscous, along with energy bars and cake and soup mixes.
From New York Times • Feb. 13, 2024
Some allowed their toddlers to eat hot dogs and corn chips; others served whole-grain everything.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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