Foodstand

DietID_TeamDietitians 8yr It's marketing fluff, but how one thing gets on the list is a matter of hustle. Reminds me of this article from a couple years ago http://www.theguardian.com/media-network/media-network-blog/2014/oct/02/quinoa-chia-seeds-kale-superfoods-marketing

garv 8yr It's strange actually , because on one hand we talk about local produce & on the other hand some food belonging to a country miles away becomes all the rage & moves from being staple to that region it becomes the new 'in' food!

JenniferEmilson 8yr Totally @garv Quinoa is a classic example. It started trending here in NA, and then suddenly the countries where it was a lowly staple started exporting more, and the locals could no longer eat their own staple for the low price they were accustomed to!

DietID_TeamDietitians 8yr Yep same with Chia! As much as it's great that we are discovering new foods, I think the 'fad' mentality of our food culture paired with our obsession for finding the fountain of youth makes it hard for us to have a balanced, diverse diet. We want a magic food that will keep us young, healthy, and vibrant. Superfoods also make for good headlines.

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DietID_TeamDietitians this one is still hard for me - especially with baby. I tend to have to sneak meals in during nap times, which means I am always in a rush =/. Trying to make sure at least my dinners are more...

Super foods made "super" by the media?