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The effect of the diet on human health has been systematically studied on recent decades. Especially, superfoods comprise a large category which is considered to have a beneficial role in the prevention and treatment of various diseases. The definition and the features of superfoods are addressed, in this senior thesis, as well as the inclusion of them in modern diet. The survey that was conductedin the context of the elaboration of this dissertation,aimed at gathering information on consumers knowledge of superfoodsas well as the percentage of their inclusion in their daily diet. The survey was conducted using a questionnare to a random sample of 200 reople who lived in Kozani region and in Thessaloniki region. Via this survey have been collected information about superfoods related to the use of them in their diet, their benefits and the method of procurement of superfoods. Various analysis and comparisons have been made between respondent different place of residence and educational backround.