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Healthful

usgb/ˈhelθfl/Volume
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Context Matters

Use 'healthful' to describe things promoting health rather than a state of being healthy.

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Choosing whole grains is a healthful decision.
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Emotional Nuance

'Healthful' usually carries a positive emotional connotation, implying wise choices.

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Her healthful approach to life inspired others.
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Not a Substitute

Don't use 'healthful' interchangeably with 'healthy'; 'healthy' often refers to a state, not a habit.

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A healthful meal contributes to a healthy body.
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