What are superfoods?

“Superfood” is a marketing term, not a scientific one. It usually describes a food that packs a lot of nutrients, like vitamins, minerals, fiber or antioxidants, into each bite.

Exotic powders and berries from faraway places can be wonderful, but some of the most nutrient-dense foods are already at your grocery store:

• Leafy greens like kale, spinach and collards
• Blueberries and other deeply colored berries
• Beans and lentils
• Eggs
• Sardines and salmon
• Cabbage, broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables
• Oats, nuts and seeds

I remind my clients that no single food can make up for the rest of a diet. Variety matters most, so your body gets a wide range of nutrients. Try this: add one new colorful food to your cart this week.