noun
- a diet consisting exclusively or primarily of fruits, nuts, seeds, and other plant foods that can be harvested without killing the plant
Usage: typically refers to a strict dietary philosophy or lifestyle choice; less common than vegetarianism or veganism
Examples
- She adopted fruitarianism because she believed it was the most ethical way to eat.
- Fruitarianism requires careful planning to ensure adequate nutrition from a limited food selection.
- Some practitioners of fruitarianism eat only foods that fall naturally from plants.
- He switched to fruitarianism after watching a documentary about sustainable eating.
- Fruitarianism is sometimes criticized by nutritionists for potentially lacking certain essential nutrients.