What Is A Super Greens Powder?
A super greens, (or greens powder or greens drink) is made up of dehydrated, freeze-dried raw ingredients.
It normally consists of;
- green vegetables
- grasses
- algae
- digestive enzymes
- metabolic ingredients
In their powdered form, they create a nutrient dense drink mix, packed with vitamins and minerals. Most come in a tub or sachet, that is mixed with cold water, a smoothie or juice.
What Ingredients Are In A Super Greens Powder?
The most common ingredients you’ll find in a Super Greens Powder are: Spinach, Broccoli, Spirulina, Alfalfa, Chlorella, Barley Grass, Wheat Grass, Kale, Apple Fibre and Carrot.
You’ll also find other special ingredients to help with metabolism and flavour, such as: Digestive Enzymes, Green Tea Extract, Siberian Ginseng, Fruit Extracts and Stevia Leaf.
RAW VEGETABLES
Spinach, Broccoli and Carrot Powder
GREENS
Wheatgrass, Barley Grass, Spirulina, Chlorella, Alfalfa
FRUIT EXTRACTS
Blackcurrant and Blueberries
METABOLIC INGREDIENTS
Green Tea Extract and Siberian Ginseng
DIGESTIVE ENZYMES
Lipase, Lactase, Protease, Amylase, Bromelain, Cellulase
NATURAL SWEETENER
Stevia Leaf Extract
Are Super Greens Powder Healthy?
Do you struggle to eat enough veg?
Do you hate vegetables?
It's no secret that most people don't eat enough vegetables...
In fact, in a study undertaken by the NHS, most adults in England are not eating the recommended five portions of fruit and vegetables per day. In 2017, only 29% of adults were getting their five-a-day.
Super Greens Powders are high in anti-oxidants the nutrients and plant compounds in greens powders may support overall wellness when used in combination with a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Studies have been undertaken to show that Super Greens Powders may also provide other benefits to chronic health issues. For example, the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions of plant compounds in greens powder may help reduce your risk of chronic diseases.
In one four-week study in 10 healthy people, two tablespoons (10 grams) of greens powder taken daily lowered blood levels of oxidatively damaged proteins by 30% (1).
Preventing damage to blood proteins like enzymes is important, as they perform functions that help protect you from cancer and chronic diseases (12).
In another 90-day study in 40 people with high blood pressure, two tablespoons (10 grams) of greens powder taken daily decreased both systolic and diastolic blood pressure by about 8%. The control group observed no improvement (13).
How to Use A Super Greens Powder
Step 1: Put 250ml cold water in a shaker with a lid.
Step 2: Add a slightly heaped scoop of super greens powder.
Step 3: Shake it up vigorously for 15 seconds.
Step 4: Knock it back in one go!
When Is The Best Time to Drink My Super Greens?
We think it’s best to consume your Super Greens Powder first thing in the morning. It’ll not only flood your system with nutrients, it’ll help to alkalise your body, giving you the best start to the day.
However, that’s not to say it can’t also be enjoyed a second time later on in the day too!
In fact, Super Greens is ideal for an afternoon energy booster and to help curb those post-lunch slump-fixing sweet cravings.