Are Green Powders Worth the Money?
What to do you if you can’t stomach eating your greens.
Monica Reinagel, MS, LD/N, CNS
Q. I know I should be eating my veggies but I find that very hard to do. Do green powders offer any nutritional value or are they just a waste of money?
Answer. Powdered green food supplements do contain some nutrients. But whether these high-priced products provide value is another question entirely. Personally, I don’t think the nutritional benefits come close to justifying the cost. So if you can’t stomach eating your greens, why not drink them instead? Add some greens to a smoothie for a delicious and nutritious treat. See my episode on How to Make a Perfect Smoothie for some suggestions.
See also: How to get more vegetables into your diet
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Monica Reinagel is a board-certified licensed nutritionist, author, and the creator of one of iTunes’ most highly ranked health and fitness podcasts. Her advice is regularly featured on the TODAY show, Dr. Oz, NPR, and in the nation’s leading newspapers, magazines, and websites. Do you have a nutrition question? Call the Nutrition Diva listener line at 443-961-6206. Your question could be featured on the show.