The word “superfood” is used a lot by the media and health professionals, but what exactly does it mean, if anything? The term doesn’t have an official definition and can be used to describe various types of foods, from berries to grains.
What are superfoods?
There might not be a definition for “superfood,” but dietitians and others in the health field may use the term to describe a food that has the following attributes:
- Includes nutrients that have been shown to fight diseases like cancer and heart disease
- Provides a unique benefit that is tough to find in other foods
- Boasts a set of nutrients that set it apart from the pack — for example, a food that includes protein, as well as antioxidants and other micronutrients