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Superfoods - Do You Believe the Hype?

Posted on Mar 3rd 2009 11:00AM by Maggie Vink
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Here at That's Fit, we're constantly telling you what we think about things, but sometimes it's nice to know what you think. So from time to time, we'll ask you a question. Don't be afraid to speak up -- we love feedback.

When is a food truly super? And when is it just another food with a really great marketing campaign behind it?

In many ways, food is like fashion. Certain items come into vogue ... and they can also lose their popularity. Take eggs for example -- for years they were vilified for cholesterol, now they're seen as an overall healthy food and weight loss aid. The superfood du jour may change -- blueberries, pomegranate, acai and so forth -- but the hype is the same. If you're to believe the advertising, these superfoods are a must for everybody. What do you think?

What's your take on so-called superfoods?
They wouldn't make the claims if they weren't true. I eat as many superfoods as possible.11 (11.7%)
I believe they are healthful, but no more so than other healthy foods. I incorporate them into my diet sparingly.70 (74.5%)
I think it's all just hype, and I let it in one ear and out the other.6 (6.4%)
Superfoods? What are superfoods? Pass me the Fritos.7 (7.4%)

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