Top Super Foods

Everyday Foods With Exceptional Nutrition

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Super Foods with super powers --  talked about as if they’re exotic powders flown in from distant jungles.  🌴🌴🌴

Superfoods is a term often used to describe foods that are especially rich in nutrients and protective plant compounds. These are foods that provide more than just basic nourishment — they offer concentrated vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and naturally occurring compounds that support the body as a whole.

What surprises many people is that most superfoods are not exotic or expensive. Many are ordinary, everyday foods that have been part of traditional diets for generations. When eaten regularly as part of a balanced diet, they can support immune function, energy levels, digestion and long-term wellbeing.

This page looks at superfoods in a practical way — foods that are easy to find, simple to prepare and realistic to include in daily life. Below you’ll find an overview of commonly recognised superfoods, along with links to more detailed articles on individual foods and how to use them.

If you’re looking for a quick reference or shopping guide, you can also browse our complete list of superfoods, which groups foods by type and nutritional focus. You may be surprised to find that most of them are everyday foods.

Common Super Foods Worth Including Regularly

broccoli

Broccoli -  is a nutrient-dense cruciferous vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals and protective plant compounds. It’s easy to include regularly and works well steamed, lightly stir-fried or raw in salads  — and makes a simple way to get more greens on your plate.

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blueberries

Blueberries
Blueberries are a nutrient-dense fruit valued for their naturally occurring antioxidants and plant compounds. They’re easy to include in your daily diet and work well fresh, frozen, or added to smoothies, oats, and fruit salads.
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cayenne

Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne pepper contains capsaicin (an antioxidant), the compound responsible for its heat and distinctive flavour. Traditionally used for both remedies and cooking  -  a small amount goes a long way, making it easy to include in cooking without overpowering a meal.
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three unpeeled bananas

Bananas

Bananas are a familiar, everyday fruit that provide natural energy along with important minerals like potassium and magnesium. They’re easy to eat on the go and happen to be one of the few superfoods that come in their own convenient packaging.
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three bulbs of garlic

Garlic

Garlic is a widely used ingredient known for its allicin content, a compound studied for its potential antimicrobial properties and role in supporting immune health. It’s easy to add to everyday meals and works well raw, cooked, or used regularly in small amounts.
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ginger

Ginger

Ginger is a root commonly used for both cooking and medicinal purposes in traditional cultures. It can be enjoyed fresh, dried, or as a tea and adds warmth and flavour to daily meals.
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pot of green tea being poured

Green Tea

Green tea is valued for its naturally occurring polyphenols and is often enjoyed as a daily beverage. It’s a simple to include it in your daily beverages, especially if you already enjoy a warm cup of tea during the day.
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loose cranberries on table

Cranberries

Cranberries are a tart fruit rich in naturally occurring plant compounds. They’re commonly used dried, juiced, or added to meals in small amounts to balance sweeter flavours.
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beetroots and bottled beet juice

Beetroot

Beetroot is a vibrant root vegetable that provides a range of vitamins, minerals, and naturally occurring compounds. It can be enjoyed raw, roasted, juiced, or added to salads for both colour and flavour.
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watercress bunch

Watercress

Watercress is a leafy green with a fresh, slightly peppery taste. It’s often added to salads, sandwiches, or soups and is an easy way to add variety to your greens.
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rinsing celery leaves

Celery

Celery is a crisp, hydrating vegetable that’s commonly eaten raw or added to cooked dishes. It works well as a snack, a base for soups, or a simple addition to salads and juices.
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seaweed in a container

Seaweed

Seaweed is a group of edible sea vegetables traditionally used in many coastal cuisines. It’s commonly enjoyed dried, fresh, or added to soups and dishes in small amounts.
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black grapes in hand

Grapes

Grapes are a naturally sweet fruit that contain a variety of plant compounds. They’re easy to eat fresh, add to fruit salads, or enjoy frozen as a simple snack.
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kiwi juice

Kiwi Fruit

Kiwi fruit is a small, tangy fruit known for its bright flavour and nutrient content. It’s easy to eat on its own or add to smoothies and fruit salads for a fresh twist.
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grapeseed oil bottle with grapes on counter top

Grapeseed Oil

Grapeseed oil is a light, neutral-flavoured oil often used in cooking and food preparation. It’s commonly chosen for its versatility and works well in dressings, sautés, and baking.
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acai berry powder in jar on countertop

Acai Berry

Acai berries are small, dark berries traditionally consumed in parts of South America. They’re most often enjoyed in frozen or powdered form, blended into smoothies or bowls.
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red wine with grapes

Wine

Wine, particularly red wine, contains naturally occurring plant compounds derived from grapes. When enjoyed occasionally and in moderation, it’s often included in discussions around traditional dietary patterns — and it pairs well with good food and good company.
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Kale is a great superfood! A super vegetable - it has extremely high levels of antioxidants as well as high in vitamin C and K. It also may protect against cancer and possibly slow down the growth of cancer cells. Take a look at these delicious Kale Recipes for innovative ways to add kale to your diet.

Super Foods in Raw Food Diet - For more information on why including Super Foods in a Raw Food Diet is a great way to improve and protect your health. It's easier than you think.

This page highlights a selection of commonly used superfoods. For a broader overview grouped by food type, see our complete list of superfoods.


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