Short description
Superfoods comprise a specific set of edible, incredibly nutritious plants that cannot be entirely classified as foods or medicines, because they combine positive aspects of both. This book outlines the discovery that superfoods are an essential part of a balanced diet and allow us to get more nutrition with less eating.
Long description
Superfoods are vibrant, nutritionally dense foods that have recently become widely available and which offer tremendous dietary and healing potential. In this lively, illustrated overview, well-known raw-foods guru David Wolfe profiles delicious and incredibly nutritious plant products such as goji berries, hempseed, cacao beans (raw chocolate), maca, spirulina, bee products, and a host of others. As powerful sources of clean protein, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, antioxidants, good fats and oils, essential fatty and amino acids, and other nutrients, they represent a uniquely promising piece of the nutritional puzzle. Each superfood is described in detail, accompanied by easy and delicious recipes. This accessible guide presents persuasive arguments, based on sound science, for the pivotal role of superfoods in promoting nutritional excellence, health and well-being, beauty enhancement, sustainable agriculture, and the transformation of diet, lifestyle, and planet.
Review
Is there anyone more passionate, dedicated, or knowledgeable about the tremendous benefits of superfoods to our bodies, minds, and planet? Not likely. Wherever you are in terms of what goes in your mouth, David Wolfe presents a compelling claim to add a little more vitality to your plate.
--Angela Bassett, actress and author
A path of visionary nutrition informed by David Wolfe's book Superfoods will lift body and soul to a higher evolutionary vibration. Raw food and David Wolfe's guidance have had a transformative power in our lives.
--Alex and Allyson Grey, artists and co-founders of the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors
David Wolfe has written a brilliant, wisdom-filled, illuminating book that is essential reading for everyone interested in reaching optimal health! Superfoods are indeed the food of the future for a healthier world.
--Patricia Bragg, N.D., Ph.D., author and health crusader
David has written the ultimate guidebook to connect us with the superfoods that will transform us into the supernatural beings that we truly all are! ... David has inspired divine superfood creations beyond my wildest dreams--and more!
--Roxanne Klein, world-renowned chef and founder, Roxanne's Fine Cuisine
David Wolfe is a nutritionist's nutritionist. His knowledge in the fields of raw foods, superfoods, herbs, and chocolate are unsurpassed in the world.
--John Gray, Ph.D., author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus
David Wolfe has become a dedicated expert in the field of living and superfoods. Anything he writes, I personally read and support. I consider David Wolfe's works on superfoods a must read.
--Jay Kordich ( The Father of Juicing ), author and entrepreneur
Nutrition author, expert, and orator David 'Avocado' Wolfe continues to be a shining example of Success in America. His knowledge of superfood nutrition will astonish you and give you just that perfect piece of health advice that you have been looking for.
--Mark Victor Hansen, co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series
The knowledge David Wolfe brings us is vital for reaching the ultimate level of health, clarity, and understanding about the power of foods to heal ourselves and the planet. I believe that David, with his wealth of information, is hands-down one of the most important people of this century.
--Justin BUA, artist and author of The Beat of Urban Art
David Wolfe's commitment, not just to humanity but to Mother Earth herself, is second to none. He has discovered the gift of his true purpose and is unabashedly sharing it with the world. The energy of compassion and pure love that he pours into every plant and everyone is the same. I know few people more committed to us all finding our inner joy through the miracle of growing and eating the best food ever and thereby experiencing everyday as The Best Day Ever.
--Demian Lichtenstein, motion picture producer and director