Superfoods

Superfoods are big today, and for good reason. These nutrient-dense powerhouses are often used to encourage increased energy, vitality, and overall health and wellness. Superfoods are prized for their higher concentrations of important nutrients and plant compounds like protein, phytochemicals, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. Superfood powders, vitamins, and supplements come in a variety of product forms, and you’ll find them all here at The Vitamin Shoppe.

What are superfoods?

Superfoods are primarily plant-based foods and supplements that are nutrient dense meaning they have more nutrients per calorie as compared to processed foods that tend to becalorie-rich and low in nutritional value. Superfood supplements are jam-packed with vitamins and minerals that can help your body thrive. Superfoods come in multiple formats, including superfood powders, vitamins, capsules, and liquids.

What are some of the best superfood supplements?

Along with a balanced diet and plenty of physical activity, eating more superfoods on a regular basis may support your overall health in a variety of ways.

Here are a few popular superfood picks to start incorporating into your health and wellness regimen today:

• Coconut oil

  Coconut oil is a powerful superfood that's commonly used to support healthy skin and hair, improved digestive function, and increased immune system function. The oil can be ingested or applied topically as a skin moisturizer, and coconut oil is often found in products like shampoos, conditioners, and lotions.

• Apple cider vinegar

  Although apple cider vinegar is a superfood supplement that's increased in popularity in recent years, its benefits have been well-known for centuries. A fermented product that contains digestive health-promoting enzymes and probiotics, apple cider vinegar is traditionally used to encourage good health in these areas:

  • Blood sugar
  • Weight management
  • Digestive system function

  Apple cider vinegar can be diluted and ingested or applied to the skin for natural cleansing and brightness.

• Honey

  An incredible source of antioxidants, honey is packed with enzymes and nutrients that boast a wide array of health benefits. Throughout history, honey has been traditionally used as a natural remedy in to promote wound healing and boost digestive and immune system health. Honey is filled with phytonutrients.

• Super fruits

  Super fruits , such as açai berries, lichimangosteen, black cherries, pomegranate, and cranberries, make a healthy addition to any diet. Super fruits have high concentrations of vitamins and minerals, and these superfoods are commonly used to encourage immune system function and digestive system function.

• Beets

  Beets are loaded with essential plant compounds, vitamins, and minerals. While beets are very low in calories, they're incredibly high in nutritional value. This incredible superfood contains nitrates that convert to nitric oxide and may help boost athletic performance, improve digestive health, and encourage brain health.

• Cacao

  Cacao is the raw form of chocolate that includes magnesium, calcium, and iron. High in antioxidants, cacao may provide cardiovascular support and may help to encourage a healthy mood. The superfood powder version of cacao has the highest nutritional density of any other type of chocolate and is often used as a flavor additive in desserts and drinks.

Where to buy superfood supplements

If you're in search of the best superfood supplements, The Vitamin Shoppe has you covered. Shop our online inventory to discover vegetable powders, organic superfood powders, superfood vitamins, and more. Or, come see us at your local The Vitamin Shoppe store to find out more about our premium superfood products from one of our friendly Health Enthusiasts.