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health food

–noun
any natural food popularly believed to promote or sustain good health, as by containing vital nutrients, being grown without the use of pesticides, or having a low sodium or fat content.

Origin:
1880–85
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health food  
n.  A food believed to be highly beneficial to health, especially a food grown organically and free of chemical additives.
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health food n.
A food believed to be highly beneficial to health, especially a food grown organically and free of chemical additives.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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