superfoods
Nutritional powerhouse foods
Superfoods is a marketing term for foods claimed to have exceptional health benefits—usually fruits, vegetables, or grains high in antioxidants, vitamins, or other nutrients.
Blueberries, kale, quinoa, and açaí have all been promoted as superfoods.
The term has no scientific or regulatory meaning; nutritionists generally dismiss it as hype.
She loaded her smoothie with superfoods.
Loose-leafed cabbage relative
- quinoaEdible seed from Andes
- chiaNutritious Central American seed
- spirulinaEdible blue-green microalgae
- turmericYellow rhizome spice
flaxseed · maca · hemp · avocado · salmon · almonds · spinach · broccoli
Vital substances needed minimally
- macronutrientsPrimary nutritional building blocks
- vitaminsEssential organic nutrients
- mineralsInorganic natural solids
- omega-3Polyunsaturated dietary fat
fiber · protein · phytonutrients · bioavailability · nutrient-dense · fortified · wholefood · supplement
Small fleshy fruits
- blueberriesSmall dark edible drupes
- acaiPurple palm berry
- gojiLycium plant berry
- pomegranateMany-seeded red fruit
polyphenols · flavonoids · catechins · lycopene · quercetin · curcumin · beta-carotene · lutein
Capacity for spirited existence
- energyPower to do work
- immunityProtected from harm
- detoxSubstance removal process
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
longevity · anti-aging · healing · recovery · inflammation · holistic · preventive · therapeutic
From living matter
- sustainableAble to endure long-term
- non-GMOWithout genetic modification
- farm-to-tableDirect producer-to-diner philosophy
- pesticide-freeLacking chemical pest treatments
raw · unprocessed · biodynamic · local · imported · Amazonian · Andean · Himalayan
kale
Loose-leafed cabbage relative
- quinoaEdible seed from Andes
- chiaNutritious Central American seed
- spirulinaEdible blue-green microalgae
turmeric · flaxseed · maca · hemp · avocado · salmon · almonds · spinach · broccoli · garlic
micronutrients
Vital substances needed minimally
- macronutrientsPrimary nutritional building blocks
- vitaminsEssential organic nutrients
- mineralsInorganic natural solids
omega-3 · fiber · protein · phytonutrients · bioavailability · nutrient-dense · fortified · wholefood · supplement · dietary
berries
Small fleshy fruits
- blueberriesSmall dark edible drupes
- acaiPurple palm berry
- gojiLycium plant berry
pomegranate · polyphenols · flavonoids · catechins · lycopene · quercetin · curcumin · beta-carotene · lutein · glutathione
vitality
Capacity for spirited existence
rejuvenation · longevity · anti-aging · healing · recovery · inflammation · holistic · preventive · therapeutic · restorative
organic
From living matter
- sustainableAble to endure long-term
- non-GMOWithout genetic modification
- farm-to-tableDirect producer-to-diner philosophy
pesticide-free · raw · unprocessed · biodynamic · local · imported · Amazonian · Andean · Himalayan · heirloom
hype
Exaggerated promotional fanfare
buzzword · label · branding · premium · exotic · miracle · cure-all · influencer · packaging · overpriced
- food termsprotein, carbohydrate, flavor, fat, taste
- nutrition termscalorie, high protein, balance, low-fat, low fat
- wellnesshealthy, wellness, fitness, exercise, nutrition
- food trendsfusion, cronuts, oat milk, kombucha, cauliflower rice
- health foodsorganic produce, supplements, veggie burger, probiotics, vitamins
- Wellness Foodsprobiotics, antioxidants, organic, plant-based, kale
superfoodsjunk food
Low-nutrition processed snacks
empty calories · guilty pleasures · indulgences · comfort food
superfoodsfast food
Speedy prepared meals
convenience foods · processed foods · frankenfoods · ready meals