Are Superfood Powders Actually Healthy for You?

Basically, a superfood powder is just ground up food that has mega health benefits. There are many kinds of powders and the one you choose is based on personal preference and the health goals you’re trying to reach. The powder is added to your meals (in smoothies, pasta sauce, etc.) and are fairly easy to use.

Theoretically you could grind up any food that is dehydrated, but superfood powders are those with a lot of nutrients. According to Women’s Health magazine, you can choose from things like spirulina, baobab, bee pollen, acai, maca and cocoa. When you add them to your food, you beef up the nutrient profile, helping cover your daily intake needs and improve your health at the same time.

The exact nutrient profile of superfood powders varies based on the one you choose. In general, you can increase your intake of antioxidants, which your body needs to fight free radical damage and ward of all sorts of illnesses, from cancer and heart disease. While most of them won’t dramatically alter the taste of your food, some of them can give certain things a new flavor.

Like I said before, you can add powders to a variety of things. In addition to smoothies, you can also mix them into yogurt, homemade salad dressings, oatmeal, milk, soup, tea or cereal. The fun thing will be experimenting to find the things you love best. Mix and match your favorites for new and yummy meals all the time.

Because of the nutritional content of most superfood powders, you can expect them to do good things for your health. For example, some of them will help regulate digestion, others can boost your immune system, and still others might improve mood or make your bones stronger and healthier. With benefits like that, who wouldn’t want to try superfood powders?

You can certainly find superfood powders at health food stores, but you can also make your own at home. Use your coffee grinder and you can create your own superfood powders anytime you want to. Dehydrated oranges, chia seeds or quinoa make great powders, say the experts at Women’s Health magazine. Yum!

It’s always a good idea to check with your doctor before using superfood powders. In general, however, they are a generally safe choice for most people. However, the powders aren’t regulated so you might not be getting what you pay for. That includes things like bacteria or chemicals that can actually harm your health. Use caution when choosing your powders.

Have you ever tried superfood powders? What can you share about using them?