Some foods labelled ‘superfoods’ are touted as the next best thing, mostly because someone wants to make some money. Surprise. Though the nutritional values and effects of many foods are helpful, the marketing can be a bit hyperbolic. The kinda-gullible, silver-bullet-seeking, less-than-scientifically-educated general public is easily swayed with exaggerated claims to health. This article throws some cold water on all the Superfood hype - scientists tell us to calm down a bit when presented with this kind of hyperbole.
Though apparently apples, blueberries, and salmon are pretty darn good for you. YAY! (Avoid orange juice which is mostly sugar, and gluten-replacement products unless you truly are gluten sensitive as determined by a 2-week elimination diet.)