SUPERFOODS, why so super?

So, you have heard the term SUPERFOOD being thrown around, but you aren't quite sure what it is and what it means?

You aren't alone! SUPERFOOD is a term that was originally used by the Japanese back in the early 1980's to describe food that was dense in nutrients. Things like spirullina and wheat grass were known as the original superfoods. As time has gone on common foods like broccoli have been added to the superfood umbrella.

So what really denotes a superfood?

As "SUPERFOOD" is not a scientific term, it can be used broadly to describe any food that is dense with nutrients that the body needs to nourish bones, muscles, major organs, the immune system & even your hair and nails. So what is in them that makes them so good? SUPERFOODS are packed with protein; in fact they exceed protein requirements! They also exceed vitamin and mineral requirements. By eating SUPERFOODS you are fuelling your body with proteins, Vitamins, Minerals, Antioxidants, Enzymes, Coenzymes, Good fats & oils, Essential amino acids, Glyconutrients, Polysaccharides & Essential fatty acids. By consuming SUPERFOODS the health benefits are endless. They can be used to help detoxify the body, achieve your ideal weight & to provide you with much needed energy & stamina!

As SUPERFOODS are consumed in their raw & organic state the elements of nutrition that they provide has not been broken down & the body is easily able to utilize everything that these foods have to offer.

By incorporating SUPERFOODS to your daily diet you will be able to increase endurance, speed and strength, train harder, focus longer, alleviate stress, look good and feel great!