It is definitely time for the governments of each nation to start monitoring how the term ‘superfoods’ is used. It seems like a new substance is released into the market every other day, either as pills, powder, or any other lures. ‘Superfoods’ is a blatant marketing ploy to get people to purchase these pricey products.

Wheatgrass (Plant) Powder And Spirulina (The Blue-Green Algae) Powder – The Superfoods

One instance I encountered involved wheatgrass (plant) powder and spirulina (the blue-green algae) powder, which are also available tablet form.  These are often labeled as superfoods because they are nutrient dense—a small amount pack a powerful punch. I tried taking these tablets for about a month in the past, but honestly I couldn’t determine their effects. With so many brands claiming to be organic, it can be challenging to distinguish between them. Additionally, it’s unclear how well these products are absorbed by the body. For example, spirulina is said to contain vitamin B12, but there are concerns that this form of B12 may not be absorbable because its structure differs from the body’s requirements. Has this issue been thoroughly investigated?

One thing I would consider doing—and you might want to as well—is getting the product tested at a food laboratory in your city to compare it with the ingredients listed on the label. While this may be a bit costly, analyzing 2-3 products could provide significant insight into their actual nutritional value. It’s well-known that our soil is often depleted of essential nutrients. If a specific organic product closely matches its expected nutritional content, you can reasonably trust that the farm is genuinely organic and that its other products are likely of good quality as well.

My View

I believe the government should implement measures to protect its citizens. A clear set of criteria should be established to classify something as a ‘Superfood.’ This should go beyond just identifying ingredients; it must also consider how well these ingredients are absorbed by the body, as mere presence alone is not sufficient.

Refer our Blogs on Vitality, Nutrition.