When the cult of “wellness” becomes unhealthy

[MineralMan]

4. Anyone can write anything. If people buy what you're selling,

you get rich. The people who buy it? They get fooled. P. T. Barnum was right.

Superfoods are fine, if eaten in moderation and as part of a well-balanced diet. They won't hurt you. If you eat them instead of that well-balanced diet, though, you'll die, since they only have "micro-nutrients" and nothing much that gives you what you actually eat food for.

So, drink that kale juice with acai berries in it, but use it to wash down some real food that contains the basic proteins, fats and carbs your body actually needs. The juice won't hurt you, even if it tastes like crap.

BTW, here's the very best kale recipe, ever:

Trim heavy stems out of the kale. Steam the leaves until just tender. Sprinkle lightly with good wine vinegar and a little salt. Enjoy as a side dish with your favorite entree.