Although the term ‘superfood’ was coined by marketers you should not dismiss them since they offer plenty of benefits, according to Dr. Perricone and Dr. Oz who were both featured on Oprah’s popular show.

Essentially, superfoods are natural, unprocessed foods that are low in calories and high in nutrients. Processed food, on the other hand, is extremely low in nutrients but high in calories, which has been greatly contributing to the nationwide obesity epidemic.

Adding superfoods like nuts, berries, vegetables and herbs to your daily diet can improve your life and health in the following three ways:

1. Weight loss: Since superfoods are low in calories, yet high in nutrients they can help you lose weight and feel great at the same time. Moreover, some of them stimulate the metabolism which helps you burn more calories while consuming less.
2. Disease prevention: The nutrients found in superfoods can boost your immune system to help you fight off simple things like the common cold as well as serious diseases like cancer, and heart disease. They can also eliminate the risk for weight-related health issues like high cholesterol or high blood pressure due to their ability to support weight loss and weight management goals.
3. Mental health boost: When people don’t feel well, their mental capacity decreases. Since surperfoods increase energy they can improve mental focus, mood, and general well-being to prevent or alleviate depression, stress and irritability.

Many people suffer from health problems that could be eliminated by simply switching to superfoods instead of consuming the over-processed food Americans have become so accustomed to. Contrary to popular belief buying fresh food instead of frozen or canned items can actually also help save money, especially when the need for prescription medications disappears due to improved health. Busy people can prepare their lunch the night before to avoid settling for fast-food, or opt for a superfood-rich health shake like Shakeology that can be used as meal replacement.