Although there are no set criteria for determining whether a food is a superfood, most nutritionally dense foods rich in vitamins and minerals can be considered a superfood. This is especially true of foods that offer substantial health benefits, such as certain fish, legumes, berries, vegetables, and seeds.

 

Superfoods have a range of health benefits. Some are thought to be helpful in preventing certain cancers, while others aid in digestion. Others may support cardiovascular or brain health or overall immune system. Work a variety of superfoods into your family’s diet to improve health. Fresh Thyme superfoods make it easy.

 

Protein

Eggs, salmon, tofu

 

Cruciferous Vegetables

Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kale

 

Other Vegetables

Shiitake mushrooms, sweet potatoes, tomatoes

 

Fruits

Avocados, berries, papayas

 

Nuts & Seeds

Almonds, flaxseed, walnuts

 

Legumes

Black beans, lentils, navy beans

 

Miscellaneous

Green tea, olive oil, yogurt

 

Spices

Garlic, ginger, turmeric

 

A fully stocked pantry makes planning meals and feeding unexpected guests, easy tasks. Many superfoods are also available dried—handy when you want to ramp up recipes. Stroll through Fresh Thyme Bulk Foods department for foods to stock at home. Dried foods store well in airtight containers; a dark room or closet free from temperature extremes will prolong food quality.