Have you heard about superfoods? If yes, have you ever think why they are considered as superfoods? Generally, they are called as that because those foods are actually filled with essential nutrients that the body needs like bone building minerals, healthy fats, and vitamins for immune system.

Here are the trendy superfoods for year 2015.

• Fermented Foods are known for its health benefits. Researchers found out that bacteria found in the ferment food helps to have stronger immune system and can build healthier digestive system. Not only that because this can also have positive impact to blood sugar plus absorption of hormones. There were also studies conducted that this can also affect mental health.
• Dandelion Green is a great source of Vitamins K, C, and A. Aside from that, this is best source of calcium, fiber, iron, and manganese. Dandelion greens are also one great source of Vitamin B like B1, B2, as well as B12.
• Amaranth considered as the 'ancient grain' is full packed with protein and is gluten free meaning to say it's a very good option for people who have celiac disease or those with gluten sensitivities. You can have this on your salads or even soups if you prefer.
• Black Rice has anthocyanins. These are antioxidants just like with blueberries. The anthocyanins content in black rice is actually higher compared to white rice or those with brown rice. The anthocyanins are flavonoids that are believed to have great and healthy impact to human heart. Black rice can be cooked just like any other rice varieties. You can stir fry, toppings, soups, sides, or risottos.

There are other superfoods that you can include in your diet, but knowing these trendy foods will give you an idea of what to have as healthy foods on 2015.