Superfoods for Women 40+ (and How to Actually Use Them)

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What if eating better in your 40s and beyond wasn’t about restriction, but about upgrading your ingredients? Superfoods are one of my favorite ways to do exactly that. As a chef and nutrition coach, I’ve seen how adding just a few nutrient-dense foods into your weekly meals can dramatically shift energy, skin, and mood.

Why Superfoods Matter After 40

​Once we reach our 40s and beyond, our nutritional needs change. Hormonal shifts can affect metabolism, bone density, and heart health. At the same time, our bodies don’t absorb nutrients as efficiently as before. That means every bite counts.

Superfoods are nature’s way of giving you *more* in every mouthful — more vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support your body’s natural balance.

My Top 5 Superfoods for Women 40+

Hemp Hearts

​A complete plant protein packed with omega-3s, magnesium, and fiber. Great for hormones, heart, and mood balance. They are super nutritious and tasty. I like this brand by Mighty Seed. Try them in smoothies or try my delicious cashew hemp cheese recipe perfect for having on whole grain toast or as a substitute for anything that calls for traditional cream cheese.

Berries

​Loaded with antioxidants to support brain health, reduce inflammation, and boost collagen.

Leafy Greens

Try greens such as kale, collard greens or Swiss chard– Excellent for calcium, vitamin K, and folate for strong bones and energy.

Ground Flaxseeds

​Balances hormones naturally thanks to lignans, supports digestion, and provides fiber for gut health.

Mushrooms

(Shiitake or Reishi) – Help support immune health and offer adaptogenic properties that ease stress on the body. There is such a wide range of mushrooms that are available that I will explain in more detail in an upcoming blog post. 

How to Use Them in Everyday Meals

These superfoods are easy to incorporate without overhauling your entire diet:

Sprinkle hemp hearts or flaxseed into smoothies, yogurt, or salads.

Add a handful of berries to breakfast oats or chia pudding.

Blend leafy greens into soups or green smoothies.

Sauté mushrooms with olive oil and garlic for a savory side dish.

Make “power bowls” by layering grains, greens, and your favorite protein, topped with a drizzle of flax oil or tahini.

Making It Stick

Superfoods work best when you use them consistently. Start with one or two, then build from there. Add them to recipes you already love — that’s the secret to sustainability.

And yes, investing in a high-quality blender like the Vitamix (my personal favorite!) makes it even easier to whip up superfood-rich smoothies, soups, and sauces.

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Adding more nutrition doesn’t have to mean adding more work. When you focus on superfoods that support your hormones, digestion, and energy, you create meals that help you feel your best — inside and out.

Here’s to nourishing your body with purpose, one superfood at a time.