{"id":71770,"date":"2025-04-03T16:07:38","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T16:07:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=71770"},"modified":"2025-04-03T16:53:03","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T16:53:03","slug":"whole-food-meal-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"Whole Food Meal Plan: A Healthy Guide For Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#What_Is_A_Whole_Food_Meal_Plan\" >What Is A Whole Food Meal Plan?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Fruits_And_Vegetables\" >Fruits And Vegetables\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Whole_Grains\" >Whole Grains\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Lean_Proteins\" >Lean Proteins\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Nuts_And_Seeds\" >Nuts And Seeds\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Dairy\" >Dairy\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#How_Do_I_Start_Eating_Whole_Food\" >How Do I Start Eating Whole Food?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Step_1_Learn\" >Step 1: Learn\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Step_2_Plan\" >Step 2: Plan\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Step_3_Acquire\" >Step 3: Acquire\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Step_4_Cook\" >Step 4: Cook\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#What_Is_A_Whole_Food_Diet_Plan\" >What Is A Whole Food Diet Plan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#When_Should_I_Start_Eating_Whole_Food\" >When Should I Start Eating Whole Food?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#What_Happens_To_Your_Body_When_You_Start_Eating_Whole_Foods\" >What Happens To Your Body When You Start Eating Whole Foods?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Can_You_Lose_Weight_Just_Eating_Whole_Foods\" >Can You Lose Weight Just Eating Whole Foods?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Is_Greek_Yogurt_A_Whole_Food\" >Is Greek Yogurt A Whole Food?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Is_Pasta_A_Whole_Food\" >Is Pasta A Whole Food?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Is_Rice_A_Whole_Food\" >Is Rice A Whole Food?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#Are_Eggs_A_Whole_Food\" >Are Eggs A Whole Food?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over recent years, many have embraced the idea of whole food eating for beginners.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Whole_Food_Meal_Plan\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some drift towards a healthier lifestyle and consider a no processed food diet menu.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating whole foods makes you more intentional about the foods you consume and their effects on your body. That is why whole food meal plans have become extremely popular.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Embracing a whole food diet is something that you should not take for granted.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It comes with several benefits that include but are not limited to the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Offers Better Nutrition<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Whole foods tend to be highly nutritious.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this case, you lose fewer nutrients because of processing. Therefore, whole foods contain vitamins, proteins, antioxidants, minerals, and fiber.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Suitable for Weight Management<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Studies suggest that whole food diets (especially plant-based ones) effectively promote weight loss and may also help reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7444011\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Helps in Digestion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Studies have also suggested that diets emphasizing whole foods may help improve gut health, and that helps promote digestion (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10773664\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber, pre- and probiotics, and plant polyphenols can all benefit digestive health and tend to be plentiful in such diets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Whole_Food_Meal_Plan\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-68952\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4901-lazy-keto-meal-plan-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Whole Food Meal Plan\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4901-lazy-keto-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4901-lazy-keto-meal-plan-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4901-lazy-keto-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4901-lazy-keto-meal-plan-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4901-lazy-keto-meal-plan.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_Whole_Food_Meal_Plan\"><\/span><strong>What Is A Whole Food Meal Plan?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A whole food meal plan involves consuming foods closer to their natural state while minimizing or eliminating the most processed or refined options.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This meal plan requires consuming foods rich in nutrients and ideally with limited additives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by asking, \u201cWhat are whole foods\u2026?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of whole foods include the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fruits_And_Vegetables\"><\/span><b>Fruits And Vegetables\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruits contain essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the fruits and vegetables suitable for a whole food diet include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Berries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grapes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apples<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bananas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mangoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cucumber<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Citrus fruits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leafy greens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watermelons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggplants and more<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whole_Grains\"><\/span><b>Whole Grains\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains are a healthier option compared to refined grains. They offer more excellent nutritional benefits and are rich in:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iron<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zinc-rich-foods-for-vegetarians\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zinc<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">B vitamins<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magnesium<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antioxidants.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sticking to whole grains instead of refined ones may help:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promote good digestive health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce cardiovascular disease risk (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu\/what-should-you-eat\/whole-grains\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>The BetterMe: Health Coaching app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Whole_Food_Meal_Plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your life moving in the right direction<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lean_Proteins\"><\/span><b>Lean Proteins\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating a variety of proteins is vital in ensuring that your body gets all the necessary nutrients and meets your daily protein needs. Whether animal or plant-based, you must ensure you are getting enough to meet your requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand that proteins are the building blocks needed for the growth and repair of muscles (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/nutrition\/high-protein-foods-the-best-protein-sources-to-include-in-a-healthy-diet\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean protein examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tofu<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lentils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quinoa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turkey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Edamame<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chickpeas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low-fat Greek yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nuts_And_Seeds\"><\/span><b>Nuts And Seeds\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts and seeds are rich in healthy unsaturated fats, fiber, proteins, and other nutrients. Add them to vegetables, sauces, and salads, or eat as a snack.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts and seeds to try include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flaxseeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almonds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peanuts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cashews<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walnuts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chia seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pumpkin seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any nut butter without added sugar, oil, or excessive salt can be a whole food and a great addition to many recipes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dairy\"><\/span><b>Dairy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dairy is also a significant component of a whole food diet plan. However, not every dairy product is a whole food. Some may contain additives and could be highly-processed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider whole food dairy products that are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimally processed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not contain added sugars or other additives<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of whole food dairy products include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unsweetened Greek<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-protein-pescatarian-meals\/\">High Protein Pescatarian Meals For Weight Loss<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_I_Start_Eating_Whole_Food\"><\/span><strong>How Do I Start Eating Whole Food?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transitioning from your regular diet to an entirely new plan may seem challenging at first. However, you can start with minor changes; over time, you will get used to the new diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, when starting on your whole food meal plan for beginners journey, you need to:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Learn\"><\/span><b>Step 1: Learn\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you get immersed in a whole food diet plan, the first thing is to learn everything about it. You need to educate yourself on:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The foods that fit this diet<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to go about it<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to avoid<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to expect<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned, whole foods are close to their natural state or are minimally processed. Examples include whole grains, fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, nuts, and seeds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These foods can be fresh, frozen, dried, or even canned &#8211; the key is to look for options without too much added sugar, unhealthy fats, sodium, or other unwanted additives.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Plan\"><\/span><b>Step 2: Plan\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have identified and learned about whole foods, the foods to eat, and everything else about this diet, you can create a plan that suits your personal needs and goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re following a whole food meal plan for weight loss or just a plan to eat healthier, planning will help you stick to it and achieve your goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By planning, you can ensure that you pack your daily diet with whole foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Whole_Food_Meal_Plan\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-68160\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4733-2200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Whole Food Meal Plan\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4733-2200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4733-2200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4733-2200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4733-2200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4733-2200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Acquire\"><\/span><b>Step 3: Acquire\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to purchase the whole foods you want to stick to your plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you will not pre-stock them, identify places or grocery stores where you will acquire them whenever you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Cook\"><\/span><b>Step 4: Cook<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also important to cook for yourself at home. Home-cooked meals help you control and be sure of the ingredients you consume.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, there are many quick whole food recipes that you can experiment with at home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A whole food diet is not an outrageous or restrictive fad diet that you will find challenging to implement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole foods are similar to the foods you usually eat. However, you only need to make simple swaps like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Switching from white bread to whole wheat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opting for plain, unsweetened yogurt and adding fruit toppings or cinnamon<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That makes it easy to adapt since you only need a strategy and insights into how to go about it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_Whole_Food_Diet_Plan\"><\/span><strong>What Is A Whole Food Diet Plan?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A whole food diet plan is a structured approach that focuses on eating whole, unprocessed, or minimally processed foods, such as fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, whole grains, and dairy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most foods in a whole food diet plan also do not contain artificial flavors, sweeteners, preservatives, or added sugars.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>As mentioned above, some of the specific examples of whole foods include the following:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Whole grains:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat bread, and oats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lean proteins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Fish, poultry, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/deviled-eggs-no-mayo\/\">eggs<\/a>, tofu, and legumes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fruits and vegetables:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Berries, oranges, mangoes, grapes, citrus, apples, watermelons, pears, carrots, sweet potatoes, broccoli, spinach, and onions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dairy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Milk, unsweetened Greek yogurt, and natural cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Healthy fats<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Olive oil, avocados, nuts, and seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>When it comes to weight loss, progress is made by inches, not miles, so it&#8217;s much harder to track and a lot easier to give up. The BetterMe: Health Coaching app is your personal trainer, nutritionist, and support system all in one. Start using our app to <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Whole_Food_Meal_Plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stay on track <\/a>and hold yourself accountable!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Should_I_Start_Eating_Whole_Food\"><\/span><strong>When Should I Start Eating Whole Food?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can start eating whole foods anytime, but the best time is now.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need to change your lifestyle regarding food choices, you can switch immediately. The sooner you start embracing this diet, the better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-select-gender\">\n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-wrapper\">\n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"MaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/MaleImage.webp\">\n    \n            <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text mobile-hide\">\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n                    Select your gender\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n    \n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"FemaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/FemaleImage.webp\">\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text desktop-hide mobile-block\">\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n            Select your gender\n          <\/div>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_To_Your_Body_When_You_Start_Eating_Whole_Foods\"><\/span><strong>What Happens To Your Body When You Start Eating Whole Foods?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you start eating 80% whole, minimally processed foods, your body might undergo some changes that will be visible in the long run, such as the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improved digestion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Whole foods promote healthy gut bacteria and digestive function so that you might experience fewer digestive issues like bloating or constipation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Better weight management: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A plant-based, whole food diet helps you lose weight. The fiber and protein in those foods may make you feel full for longer, reducing overeating.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduced risk of diseases:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Whole foods contain fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, which may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing weight can also lower these risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Better skin health:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Whole foods are also rich in vitamins that are good for improving skin health.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, different fruits and vegetables have high vitamin and mineral content that are good for the skin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, eating whole foods also produces numerous other benefits or changes that cumulatively lead to better overall health and well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-make-a-nutrition-plan\/\">How to Make a Nutrition Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Lose_Weight_Just_Eating_Whole_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Can You Lose Weight Just Eating Whole Foods?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, eating whole foods can make you lose weight. You need to understand that weight loss is mostly a matter of calories. Therefore, your whole foods meal plan should create a calorie deficit that is significant enough to cause weight reduction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also important to note that whole foods are generally lower in calories than highly processed foods. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/processed-or-ultra-processed-foods\/\">Ultra-processed foods<\/a> tend to contain added sugars and unhealthy fats, making them high in calories, hyper-palatable, and easy to overeat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318630#sugar\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Replacing highly processed foods with whole or minimally processed foods in your diet often reduces your calorie intake, promoting weight loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Whole_Food_Meal_Plan\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-68766\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/431-2100-calorie-meal-plan-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Whole Food Meal Plan\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/431-2100-calorie-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/431-2100-calorie-meal-plan-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/431-2100-calorie-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/431-2100-calorie-meal-plan-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/431-2100-calorie-meal-plan.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Greek_Yogurt_A_Whole_Food\"><\/span><strong>Is Greek Yogurt A Whole Food?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/greek-yogurt-benefits\/\">Greek yogurt<\/a> is a whole food because it is minimally processed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plain Greek yogurt is made from natural ingredients and does not contain artificial flavors or sweeteners. It is important to note that unsweetened plain yogurt is suitable for a whole-food diet. You can add flavorings, such as berries and nuts.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Pasta_A_Whole_Food\"><\/span><strong>Is Pasta A Whole Food?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most manufacturers and chefs make pasta from refined flour that doesn\u2019t fit the whole food category. Therefore, pasta is not a whole food based on that fact. However, pasta made from whole wheat is a whole grain product you can include in a whole foods diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Rice_A_Whole_Food\"><\/span><strong>Is Rice A Whole Food?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brown rice is a whole food, while white rice is not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to note that white rice is refined and its bran and germ removed, while brown rice retains the nutrients.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Eggs_A_Whole_Food\"><\/span><strong>Are Eggs A Whole Food?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes,<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/easy-peel-hard-boiled-eggs\/\"> eggs<\/a> are a whole food. Eggs are nutritious and contain high-quality nutrients, healthy fats, and other essential nutrients. They are, therefore, a good protein source for a whole food diet plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, if you want to include more proteins in your whole food diet, consider adding eggs to your ingredients.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Whole_Food_Meal_Plan\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A whole food meal plan helps you get back on track with better eating habits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your current diet could affect your health, but a lifestyle change, especially in food choices, can reverse that and improve your overall well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transitioning to nutritious, minimally processed foods can have many health benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, a whole food diet may be worth trying if you want to live a healthy lifestyle or manage your weight.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over recent years, many have embraced the idea of whole food eating for beginners.\u00a0 Some drift towards a healthier lifestyle and consider a no processed food diet menu.\u00a0 Eating whole foods makes you more intentional about the foods you consume and their effects on your body. That is why whole food meal plans have become [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":71775,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[172],"tags":[],"coauthors":[45],"class_list":["post-71770","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-meal-plans"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Whole Food Meal Plan: A Healthy Guide For Beginners - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"\u2605 WHOLE FOOD MEAL PLAN \u27a4 is the way to go for weight loss, reducing the risk of chronic diseases, or improving your overall health and well-being\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, nofollow\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Whole Food Meal Plan: A Healthy Guide For Beginners\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"\u2605 WHOLE FOOD MEAL PLAN \u27a4 is the way to go for weight loss, reducing the risk of chronic diseases, or improving your overall health and well-being\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"BetterMe Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/betterme.health.coaching\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:author\" content=\"#\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-04-03T16:53:03+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4959-whole-food-meal-plan-1024x640.png\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1024\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"640\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/png\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"BetterMe\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"BetterMe\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"8 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"BetterMe\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/46a2559fa95a734cb81f6fc6a2c3f404\"},\"headline\":\"Whole Food Meal Plan: A Healthy Guide For Beginners\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-04-03T16:53:03+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/\"},\"wordCount\":1637,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/whole-food-meal-plan\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4959-whole-food-meal-plan.png\",\"articleSection\":[\"Meal Plans\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Over recent years, many have embraced the idea of whole food eating for beginners.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Some drift towards a healthier lifestyle and consider a no processed food diet menu.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Eating whole foods makes you more intentional about the foods you consume and their effects on your body. 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