Superfood - The super Food

Superfood - this term denotes foods that provide more special vital substances and nutrients than ordinary foods. Special properties and effects are attributed to them. But what exactly is behind the interesting name? Can you even grow your own superfood on the windowsill? Find out amazing things about these remarkable multi-talents from nature.

What is Superfood?

Superfoods are mainly plant products, but also bee products. Contrary to what many people think, superfoods do not have to taste delicious, nor do they have to come from a distant region in the rainforest. Many of the healthy powerhouses even grow right on our doorstep. Consumed in appropriate quantities, they can significantly improve well-being and even help to reduce weight. The products are not medicines, but are often used as home remedies for various ailments. Many of these foods also provide valuable fatty acids, such as omega-3 fatty acids.

Superfoods from the windowsill

As already mentioned, many superfoods are native and therefore easy to grow yourself. Whether on the balcony, in the garden or even on the windowsill, the possibilities are numerous and leave plenty of scope for individual gardening in real organic quality.

Particularly suitable for growing on the windowsill are:

• Thyme
• Rosemary
• Sage
• Basil
• Parsley
• Chives
  
  
  

Pulling the booster plants

All seeds and small plants can easily be used in pots or boxes. They thrive with a little care. When planting, remember to use a good potting soil and enough water so that the plant can germinate. Fertilisers such as natural compost or horn meal are also helpful.

After planting, place the pots in a bright, shady spot. Make sure that the newcomers are not placed on the bench of a window facing north. The south side is best, so that the plant getsenough light. Avoid direct sunlight, however, as not all plants need to be constantly exposed to the sun.

How to make your windowsill superfood plants

The following are tips for caring for each superfood plant. These will ensure a long and optimal use 

• Thyme: It likes it dry and sunny. In principle, it should rather be kept on the balcony, but it also thrives in the flat. However, thyme needs a lot of space for its far-reaching and deep-reaching roots – best in a large box.
• Rosemary: Rosemary also feels more comfortable outdoors. However, it is possible to grow it indoors, but it should also have enough space in the pot and be allowed outside in summer. It particularly likes light and sun, but should not be exposed to the blazing sun for hours on end, otherwise it can lose its needles. Rosemary needs very little water.
• Sage: Sage plants like it warm and sunny and also feel comfortable on the windowsill. Hours of sunlight should be avoided as much as possible. The sage should be watered when the top layer of soil is dry.
• Basil: Basil is happy in a sunny place, with nutrient-rich and moist soil. Make sure that it does not stand in water.

Tip: Dip the pot with the basil in water once a week and let it drain.

• Parsley: This herb likes light but shady places, direct sun should be avoided. Parsley should be fertilised about every 2 weeks, because it needs a lot of nutrients. Parsley can be used for two years before it flowers.
• Chives: Chives are an enjoyable representative of their species. It feels most at home in bright places. You will do it good if you fertilise it every 4 weeks. The soil should always be kept slightly moist.

Innumerable Healthy Foods – The Superfood List

The list of particularly healthy foods is long. It is worthwhile to include some of them in your daily meals every now and then.

• Beehive products such as honey or propolis
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• Berries such as blueberries and goji
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• Seeds, nuts, seeds
• Stone fruits like plums and cherries
• Roots such as ginger and ginseng
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• Gluten-free pseudocereals e.g. quinoa or amaranth
• Kale
• Algae species such as dulse or nori
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• Lentils

What do superfoods do?

These special foods are supposed to give more energy and vitality. They are usually edible in their natural state and can easily be added to yoghurts, drinks, salads or other dishes. They have a pleasant taste of their own and do not alienate the character of salads etc. Many of the superfoods cause a long-lasting feeling of satiety, which can help with weight loss. Many superfoods can also support the body in case of digestive problems: through the dietary fibre and bitter substances they contain.

Super Bowl finale for foodies

It's easy to create a wonderful Super Bowl recipe from superfoods. You can use the ingredients you like best to your heart's content.

The following is an example of such a healthy treat that can give you an extra energy boost.

Preparation time: approx. 30 minutes

This recipe serves 2 people

You will need:

• 400 g Quinoa 
• 200 g spinach leaves
• 5 tbsp;pine nuts
• 10 tbsp;Blueberries
• 10 Tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp;Flaxöl
• 2 Avocados
• 3 tsp mustard seed
• 12 radishes
• 1 tbsp;basil
• ½ tbsp;Parsley
• ½ Tbsp thyme
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp white pepper

Preparation:

1. Wash the quinoa
2. Cook quinoa with a pinch of salt and double the amount of water on low heat for 15 minutes
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3. Wash spinach and spin dry
4. Coarsely chop the pine nuts
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5. Cut the avocado into strips or cubes
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6. Wash radishes and cut into thin slices
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7. Wash blueberries

Dressing:

1. Sauté the mustard seeds in a pan without oil until they start to pop and crush them finely with a grinder
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2. Finely chop the parsley and basil leaves. Mix the mustard seeds and herbs well with the lemon juice and linseed oil and season with salt and pepper
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3. Mix the dressing with the quinoa
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4. Fill the quinoa into bowls and garnish with the spinach, pine nuts, avocado sticks, radish slices and blueberries
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Good appetite!