SUPERFOODS GUIDE

What are Superfoods?

Açai Berry

Almonds

Avocado

Barley

Beets

Blueberries

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cacao

Chia seeds

Chlorella

Cranberry

Flaxseeds

Garlic

Goji berries

Greek yogurt

Green Tea

Kale

Kimchi & Sauerkraut

Lentils

Mushrooms

Oats

Olive Oil

Pomegranate

Pumpkin

Quinoa

Red Bell Peppers

Red Onions

Salmon

Sardines

Seaweed

Spinach

Spirulina

Sweet Potatoes

Tomatoes

Turmeric

Superfoods aren’t a scientific classification, but foods recognized for their exceptional nutritional profiles, and are great choices for a healthy diet. They are nutrient-dense whole foods that provide high levels of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, and healthy fats. Examples include berries, leafy greens, whole grains, nuts, seeds, fermented foods, and oily fish. Consumed regularly as part of a balanced diet, superfoods support general health by contributing to normal immune function, heart health, digestion, and overall nutritional balance.

This page serves as an index to the superfoods identified by pureminerals.uk.

A Note on Superfoods, Minerals, Modern Diets, and Supplementation

While foods often described as superfoods can provide valuable nutrients and plant compounds, it is increasingly recognized that modern agricultural practices have reduced the natural mineral content of many soils. Intensive farming, repeated crop cycles, and the widespread use of agrichemicals mean that even high-quality whole foods no longer contain the full range of naturally occurring, plant-derived trace minerals that were once more abundant in traditional diets.

For this reason, some people choose to complement a whole-food diet with mineral supplementation. In particular, hydrophilic (water-soluble) plant-derived minerals and trace minerals differ in structure and bioavailability from many common rock-derived mineral supplements. These minerals occur naturally in plants and were historically consumed through mineral-rich soils and vegetation.

If you would like to explore this topic further, I have written an in-depth article describing my personal experience with plant-derived trace mineral supplementation, including background information and sourcing considerations:

The minerals and trace minerals discussed there are available through the web shop on this website in several forms, including liquids, capsules, powders suitable for recipes, and formulations intended for pets. As with all supplements, individual needs vary, and readers are encouraged to make informed choices and seek professional guidance where appropriate.