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title: Whole Foods-based Diet
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So, no, I am not referring to the grocery store chain when I talk about a whole foods-based diet.

Whole foods are **foods that have not been processed**. When food is processed, fat, sugar and salt are usually added and important nutrients, such as fiber, are usually removed. Too much saturated fat, added sugar or sodium can increase your risk of developing a chronic disease.