The 7 Best Greens Powders of 2020, According to a Dietitian

Nobody said green powders taste yummy which is why many brands add Stevia to their powder to increase palatability. Garden of Life’s Raw Organic Perfect Food Green Superfood Juiced Greens Powder is the best overall green powder because it is free of Stevia and other sweeteners—in other words, they keep it simple.

Featuring 34 raw, organically grown, non-GMO greens, Garden of Life dries their greens at the farm within an hour of harvesting, locking in all of the powerful nutrients. 

If you are looking for greens with some sweetness, Nested Natural’s Chocolate Super Greens is a sweet choice. Amazon consumers have noted shinier hair, improved digestion, energy, and faster nail growth. Blend this chocolatey superfood with banana, ice and unsweetened nut milk for an energy-boosting snack or light breakfast. The ingredients in this blend are 100 percent organic and non-GMO. One serving contains 51 percent of the recommended daily intake of iodine which is a mineral known to support thyroid health as well as 79 percent of vitamin B12 which is responsible for optimal energy levels. 

On the market for over 25 years, Green Vibrance has been a trusted source for potent nutrition. Outside of the six different grasses, eight vegetables and numerous fruit sources of vitamin and minerals, Green Vibrance also includes adaptogens, digestive enzymes, and probiotics in their blend. It should be noted that though the label lists probiotics with 25 billion CFUs, this amount is guaranteed at the time of manufacture meaning, the product may not have as many live bacteria once leaving the manufacturing facility. Also to note, though gluten and gmo-free, this product does contain trace amounts of milk and soy. 

Amazing Grass’s Original Protein Superfood covers all nutrient bases. Including 20 grams of complete plant-based protein, seven different greens, and two servings of fruits and vegetables. This is the perfect nutrient boost to add to a daily routine or to keep on hand as a staple when traveling. Amazing Grass sources their greens from a family farm in the US and uses a low temperature dehydrator to retain nutrients. This mix does not include Stevia or any sweeteners so it is best enjoyed as a base for a smoothie, soup or sauce rather than having on its own.

For less than one dollar per serving, consumers can have a nutrient-packed beverage using Natures Plus Organic Ultra Juice Green Powder. This powder offers the same amount of nutrient horsepower as approximately six servings of green vegetables. One of the amazing nutrients in this mix in vitamin B12. Critical for energy and mood regulation, there is over 100 percent of the recommended daily amount of vitamin B12 in this green powder. Certified yeast, gluten, soy-free and non-GMO Natures Plus also notes it is free of Titanium Dioxide, Talc, Hexane and artificial flavors making this a powder consumers can feel confident taking.

Biosteel Sport Greens markets itself as a High-Performance SuperFood formula to support cardiovascular health and aide in optimal digestion of key nutrients. This powder is rich in greens from both land and sea and boasts antioxidants from known superfoods such as goji berries, camu camu, blueberries, and tart cherry. Of note, there is green tea extract in the powder which will provide a caffeine boost so it's best for consumers who do not have a sensitivity to caffeine.

Simple but mighty in its nutrient density, Green Foods Green Magma consists of organic young barley grass sources from the United States, brown rice and organic maltodextrin to enhance palatability. Boasting high amounts of Vitamin A, C, and K, this powder is also free of added salt, colorings or fillers, animal products, corn, soy, wheat, and yeast. The website recommends “taking Green Magma on an empty stomach — either 20 minutes before or 2 hours after a meal—and avoiding hot liquids, which could neutralize the supplement’s active enzymes.” Consumers have noted improved sleep, digestion and skin clarity.