Greens powders are dietary supplements made up of green and leaf vegetables, as well as other plant-based products.[1] They are generally mixed with water prior to consumption, or added to foods, including during cooking.[2]
Composition
editGreens powders are made from various dehydrated powdered greens vegetables, fruits, algae, grasses, herbs and other plant-based ingredients.[3] Ingredient labels often list pre and probiotics, antioxidants and various vitamins.[4]
Health claims
editConsumption has been cited as partially making up for insufficient vegetable consumption.[5][unreliable medical source?] Greens powders have been claimed to boost immunity and reduce chronic disease risk, but research continues into the supplement's long-term effects.[6] They generally come without recommendations from dietary experts.[7]
See also
editReferences
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- ^ Greens Powder: Are there Health Benefits?. WebMD. 14 September 2022. Retrieved 30 April 2024.
- ^ Best greens powder to add essential nutrients to your diet. The Standard. 5 April 2024. Retrieved 30 April 2024.
- ^ Can bright green 'super powders' really make you healthy?. BBC News. 3 March 2024. Retrieved 30 April 2024.
- ^ Greens Powders: Benefits, Dangers and Dietitian Recommendations. U.S. News. 28 March 2024. Retrieved 30 April 2024.
- ^ Will ‘Superfood Powders’ Actually Make You Healthier?. The New York Times. Retrieved 30 April 2024.
- ^ Greens Powders are Popular, but Are They Worth It? Dietitians Weigh In. health.com. 8 May 2023. Retrieved 30 April 2024.