Book excerpt: Supercharged with antioxidants, vitamins, healthy fats, and essential nutrients, superfoods strengthen our bodies and nourish our brains while making us feel satisfied. Pocket Superfoods is a handy index of nutritional information, fun facts, and practical tips on the top 50 superfoods, including nuts, berries, avocado, barley, chia seed, lean meat, and broccoli. Author Seana Smith describes in detail why these diet staples make us healthy and happy. With tips on buying, storing, and cooking these foods in the healthiest way possible, this supercharged book contains everything needed to make life zing with optimal health and vitality. Each page conveniently focuses on one type of food, with a quick description followed by a list of what it contributes to our health and energy. Key notes at the bottom of each page inform readers about when and how to incorporate the food into their diets and tips for preparing it.