adj :  of, relating to, or being an extremely restricted diet (as one containing chiefly whole grains) that is held by its advocates to promote health and well-being although it may be deficient in essential nutrients (as fats) .
 
   
 
Similar sounding terms:  mi·cro·bi·ot·ic 
 
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