A centuries-old superfood? That would be kelp. People have been harvesting and gathering seaweed for centuries. Some people are just becoming aware of its reported incredible value for our health while others made it a part of their typical diet. It’s used in many Asian cuisines so you may have had the opportunity to enjoy it in dishes or as a side dish.

Eleuthero, also known as Siberian ginseng, has been used for centuries in Eastern countries, including China and Russia. Prized for its ability to restore vigor, increase longevity, enhance overall health, and stimulate both a healthy appetite and a good memory, it is widely used in some countries to help the body adapt to stressful conditions and to enhance productivity.

Selenium an essential trace mineral found in human tissue, mostly in skeletal muscles, and in different foods. It’s considered to deliver numerous health benefits to your body including playing a critical role in metabolism and thyroid function, and helping to protect your body from damage caused by oxidative stress.

Lutein provides nutritional support to our eyes and skin, the only organs of the body directly exposed to the outside environment.  Lutein is often called the “eye vitamin.” However, your eyes aren’t the only part of your body that lutein assists. Lutein, a type of vitamin called a carotenoid, plays many roles in helping to keep your body healthy.

What we call turmeric is actually the dried and ground root of a plant in the same family as ginger. It has been used extensively in natural and folk medicine for centuries. It’s also used for its color and flavor in international cuisine.