What is the Original Superfood? Separating Marketing from Ancient Nutrition
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2018 Harvard School of Public Health report, the modern term 'superfood' was first used for marketing purposes by the United Fruit Company to promote bananas in the early 20th century. This surprising history challenges the perception of many contemporary 'superfood' trends.