Superfoods - a list compiled using quick reading of high-quality sources - Harvard, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, John Hopkins, Cambridge [COMPACTIDEA]

//Non-vegetarian superfoods such as salmon excluded.

//Each superfood has its own strengths. Diversified consumption essential.

Eggs.

Nuts [peanuts, walnuts, almonds, pistachio, cashew, etc.].

Extra virgin olive oil.

Beans / legumes / lentils [e.g., kidney beans, peas]. Pulses / dals / chane.

Soy / soybean.

Yogurt / Greek yogurt.

Curd / dahi / lassi.

Spinach.

Broccoli. Cauliflower. Cabbage.

Radish. Turnip. Carrot. Beetroot. 

Turmeric. Ginger. Garlic. Onion.

Tomato. Amla. 

Sweet potato.

Seeds [chia seeds, flaxseed, pumpkin seeds, etc.].

Fruits [avocado, apple, orange, banana].

Berries [blueberries, cranberries, strawberries, raspberries].

Green tea.

Whole grains [oatmeal, quinoa, barley, ragi].

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SOURCES.

1. https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/how-super-are-superfoods
2. https://www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/sizing-up-superfoods-for-heart-health
3. https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/12-superfoods-you-should-be-eating
4. https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/superfoods/
5. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/10-superfoods-to-boost-a-healthy-diet-2018082914463
6. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/true-superfoods
7. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-most-nutrient-dense-foods-on-the-planet
8. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/multimedia/health-foods/sls-20076653
9. https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/superfoods-why-you-should-eat-cruciferous-vegetables
10. https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/flaxseed-tiny-nutritional-powerhouse
11. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-is-a-superfood/
12. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/publications/johns_hopkins_health/summer_2014/superfoods_to_the_rescue
13. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/5-spices-with-healthy-benefits
14. https://www.robinson.cam.ac.uk/college-life/catering/superfoods
15. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/mediterranean-diet/art-20047801