Superfood Chocolate Bark

This dessert is easy to throw together and stores well in the fridge or freezer for weeks. Impress your guests with a colorful and healthy sweet treat featuring your favorite superfoods.

What’s a superfood?

Although many superfoods seem like a modern discovery, most of them have been utilized throughout human history. Archaeological records show that flaxseed was grown in ancient Babylon for over 5,000 years, and chia seeds were a well-known staple food of Aztec warriors. Acai berries were gathered by the Amazonian cultures, and hemp was cultivated in Europe starting approximately around 1,200 BC.

Nutrient Density:

Simply put, the term “nutrient density” refers to the concentration of micronutrients and amino acids (building blocks of protein) in a given food. A piece of white bread for example, is not a nutrient dense food. Blueberries, on the other hand, or grass fed meats, have a high ranking. We are all relatively familiar with macronutrients, (protein, fats, carbs) but micronutrients are equally important. There are many nutritional components that classify as micronutrients: vitamins, minerals, organic acids, antioxidants, and phytochemicals.

Why does nutrient density matter?

The human body requires approximately 40 different micronutrients for normal metabolic function. Maximizing nutrient density should be the primary goal of our diet because deficiencies of any of these essential nutrients can contribute to the development of chronic disease and even shorten our lifespan.

The World Health Organization states, “even though they are only needed in minuscule amounts, these substances are the magic wands that enable the body to produce enzymes, hormones, and other substances vital to growth and development.” So, the more superfoods you incorporate into your diet, the better!