superfood

American  

[soo-per-food] / ˈsu pərˌfud /

noun

1. a food considered exceptionally good for one’s health and for boosting the immune system owing to its naturally high content of vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, or omega-3 fatty acids.

   If you crave superfoods, try the quinoa, kale, and roasted beet salad sprinkled with toasted walnuts and flaxseed.

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Etymology

Origin of superfood

First recorded in 1910–15; super- ( def. ) + food ( def. )

Example Sentences

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superfood

A post from Goop’s official account in February featured Gwyneth Paltrow sharing her personal nervous system reset, which included a relaxing bath, a superfood smoothie and a girls’ weekend in Ojai.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026

"Very few foods can be called as truly healthy a superfood as natto is," said Noro, also the 72-year-old owner of his family-run business.

From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026

"We are now certain that grapes act as a superfood and mediate a nutrigenomic response in humans," said John Pezzuto, Ph.D.,

From Science Daily ● May 18, 2026

So naturally, I’m indulging in all my favorite recipes — and finding new ways to incorporate the small yet mighty superfood into my everyday meals.

From Salon ● May 1, 2026

Known as makhanas, fox nuts or lotus seeds, they are prized for their nutritional value, being high in B vitamins, protein and fibre, with some touting them as a superfood.

From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2024