A superfood is a bit like Superman, except it doesn’t wear a cape, can’t fly, and won’t save your life. The lack of a cape and an inability to fly should come as no surprise to superfood fans, but ardent eaters of goji berries, blueberries, acai, and kale might be surprised to learn that these foods, and other “superfoods” like them, do not magically grant health and longevity. This blunt truth actually runs counter to the Oxford Dictionary’s definition of a superfood: a nutrient-rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being.
Why French Fries Are More of a “Superfood” Than Kale
