9 Best Greens Powders, Approved by Registered Dietitians & Tested by Editors
Chances are, you’ve come across greens powders while scrolling TikTok, or heard about them on your favorite podcast. But what exactly are they, and what are the best greens powders to try?
Depending on the specific nutrients included, greens powders can help boost your immune system, improve digestion, and give you an energy increase, says Lauren Talbert, RD, LDN, CDCES, a registered dietitian at Women and Infants Hospital in Providence. But keep in mind that they shouldn’t be a replacement for a balanced diet or meal, since whole foods are always the best source of nourishment.
Similar to protein powders, the ingredients can vary widely from one brand to the next. The most common ones are leafy greens, vegetables, and grasses (like the leaves of alfalfa, barley, and wheat), plus various forms of algae (like spirulina, chlorella, and kelp), which are typically only found in supplement form, says Talbert. “Some greens powders have dried or extracts of fruits and vegetables, as well as whole herbs, probiotics, mushrooms, and enzymes,” she says.
To help you find a quality greens powder, we consulted registered dietitians and put some of the most popular ones to the test—because the right one is the one you’ll actually want to drink. (As always, be sure to check with your doctor before adding a supplement to your diet, especially if you have a health condition, are taking any medications, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.)
The best greens powders, at a glance
- Best Overall: AG1, $87
- Best Budget-Friendly: Amazing Grass, $26
- Best Tasting: Promix x Kira Stokes Raw Greens, $64
- Best for Bloating: Bloom Nutrition Greens & Superfoods, $40
- Best for Gut: Perelel Synbiotic Greens Powder, $52
All your greens powder questions, answered
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AG1
Original photo courtesy of Glamour contributor Kylie Gilbert
AG1 first launched in 2010 as Athletic Greens and is backed by partners including nutritionist Kelly LeVeque and Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix. AG1 refers to their blend of 75 different ingredients as more than just a multivitamin or greens powder but also a foundational nutrition supplement that supports brain, gut, and immune health. In addition to a broad spectrum of essential vitamins and minerals, AG1 also contains prebiotics and probiotics to aid in digestion, and adaptogens, which can offer cognitive benefits like improved memory and reaction time, says Cameron Segura, RD, a nutritionist and health coach based in Denver. Segura recommends AG1 because of their focus on high-quality ingredients and third-party testing. AG1 is NSF Certified for Sport, meaning it’s tested for herbicides, pesticides, heavy metals, and other contaminants in addition to 250 substances that are either banned in sports or considered harmful to health.
Taste and texture: AG1 describes their powders as tasting like “pineapple and vanilla.” While the pineapple personally didn’t come through much for me, it’s one of the only greens powders on this list that I actually enjoy the taste of on its own. I’ve heard that some people report a chalky or gritty texture, but that hasn’t been my experience (as long as you don’t leave it sitting out too long to settle).
Dosage: The brand suggests mixing one 12-ounce scoop with 8 to 12 ounces of cold water (or another cold beverage of your choice), ideally first thing in the morning on an empty stomach “for optimal absorption.”
- Pros: Great taste, NSF Certified for Sport.
- Cons: It’s expensive and contains proprietary blends or mixtures of ingredients where the specific amounts of each ingredient are not disclosed on the label.
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Promix x Kira Stokes Raw Greens
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Elizabeth Sharp, MD, IFMCP, medical director and CEO of Health Meets Wellness, calls Promix Nutrition one of her go-to supplement brands and recommends them to her clients. This Promix greens powder is a collaboration with celebrity trainer Kira Stokes that’s geared toward post-workout recovery. “Rather than overloading with trace amounts of ingredients, we focused on a recipe that includes eight premium quality, active ingredients in measurable quantities to offer the greatest impact on the body and mind,” Stokes says.
Similar to AG1, this powder contains prebiotics, antioxidants, and adaptogens in addition to greens. Ingredients like ashwagandha, rhodiola, and matcha leaf focus on reducing cellular stress and supporting workout recovery. Plus, there’s tart cherry extract, an ingredient made popular by the “sleepy girl mocktail,” which research shows may help athletes to feel less sore and speed up their recovery after exercise.
Taste and texture: Promix’s greens powder is “unflavored” but does contain matcha and vanilla extract. That said, I didn’t find it to have a strong flavor—in a good way. Unlike other greens powders, it didn’t have an overpowering grassy taste or an overly sweet aftertaste. There was a slightly gritty texture, a problem easily solved by using the mixer that comes with the bundle.
Dosage: Mix one scoop with 12 to 20 ounces of water.
- Pros: Uses organic, North American–grown greens, which help to ensure quality, Segura says.
- Cons: It’s suggested to be mixed with a lot more water than others on this list, making it harder to drink in the morning (but helpful for hydration).
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Amazing Grass Greens Blend The Original
Dr. Sharp recommends Amazing Grass as a favorite brand due to the ingredients, third-party testing, and the sweetener profile (there’s no sugar added). It’s also a lower cost yet still high-quality option if you want greens powder that doesn’t break the bank, Talbert says.
It contains an organic green food blend including broccoli, spinach, wheat grass, and barley grass, as well as an antioxidant blend with organic ingredients such as pineapple, beet root, carrot, raspberry, and green tea leaf extract. The formula also includes spirulina and chlorella, Talbert says, plus a digestive enzyme and a prebiotic and probiotic blend. Probiotics are live organisms that make up the “good bacteria” in your gut and keep your digestive tract healthy.
Taste and texture: Reviewers note the original flavor is pretty mild, but some found the texture grainy and chalky. Talbert likes the chocolate flavor to disguise some of the earthy, bitter taste. “It mixes well and does not have as much of a ‘green taste.’ I actually mix it in my coffee, and I’ve added it to shakes with protein powder and almond milk.”
Dosage: Add one scoop to 6 ounces or more of water, non-dairy milk, or juice (like apple juice), or blend into a smoothie.
- Pros: Affordable.
- Cons: Contains greens like spinach and broccoli, which can be hard for some to digest.
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Solluna Glowing Greens Powder
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As a holistic celebrity nutritionist and founder of Solluna, Kimberly Snyder built a following around her Glowing Green Smoothie (fans include Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington). She decided to create her own greens powder that could be used to boost her smoothie recipe (or be taken on its own).
The proprietary blend includes just seven organic ingredients, combining plants from the water (spirulina, chlorella), with plants from the land (ashitaba, an herb that’s rich in vitamins K and E), and moringa (a plant native to India that’s packed with antioxidants, flavonoids, and vitamins A, B, and C), plus adaptogens like amalaki, known as the “fountain of youth” berry, and cordyceps (a powerful mushroom long used in Chinese medicine), which can help with immunity, antioxidants, and energy, Snyder explains.
Taste and texture: I liked that this formula did not include stevia (or any added sugar), but found the monk fruit to be pretty sweet for my taste to drink on its own.
Dosage: Add one scoop to 8 to 12 ounces of water and shake well, ideally first thing in the morning, Snyder says.
- Pros: Organic ingredients; no stevia or refined sugar.
- Cons: Pricier than others on this list, Talbert agrees that most ingredients have research to support healthy benefits, but Solluna’s label does not provide specifics on dosage.
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Bloom Nutrition Greens & Superfoods
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“At first, I was skeptical about the amount of TikTok ads behind it,” says Glamour shopping editor Andrea Navarro of Bloom Nutrition, founded by fitness influencer Mari Llewellyn—but it’s since become Navarro’s go-to. “For days when I’m feeling super bloated or stomach discomfort, I reach for Bloom’s viral powder,” she says. “I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my digestion, and my bloating goes down in just a few hours.”
That could be thanks to the digestive enzymes, which can help break down food faster and therefore help prevent bloating, gas, and other symptoms of indigestion, Segura says. Keep in mind, however, that while there is research to support supplementing with digestive enzymes for those with gastrointestinal diseases, there isn’t data to suggest they help those with normal digestion. It also contains similar ingredients to other greens powders on this list including fruits and veggies, “superfoods” like barley grass and spirulina, prebiotics and probiotics, and antioxidants and adaptogens.
Dosage: Blend one scoop of the greens powder with 8 to 12 ounces of water (or your favorite drink) with a high-powered mixer (you can buy it separately) to remove clumps.
Taste and texture: I found the Original flavor to be a bit sweet and artificial tasting thanks to a good amount of stevia (turns out, I personally don’t love products with stevia!), so I would consider adding it to a smoothie next time. “The taste is surprisingly pleasant compared to other greens I’ve tried, with a mild, refreshing flavor that blends seamlessly into my smoothies without overpowering them,” Navarro says.
- Pros: Available in tons of flavors from mango to coconut.
- Cons: Contains various blends, so specific amounts of each ingredient are not disclosed on the label.
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Perelel Synbiotic Greens Powder
Like other greens powders, Perelel supports gut, digestive, and immune health. Unlike other greens powders, Perelel was formulated with nutritionists, naturopathic doctors, and ob-gyns—and is the only powder on this list that’s noted as safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding. Because of that, it doesn’t contain specific ingredients found in other greens powders on this list like digestive enzymes, herbal blends, or adaptogens like ashwagandha. You’ll find an organic greens blend (spirulina, spinach, kale, chlorella, and broccoli), a fruit blend with berries and citrus to boost your antioxidant intake, and a fiber blend (it contains both prebiotic inulin as well as probiotic spores) to help your gut microbiome.
“I recently started using Perelel Synbiotic Greens Powder, and so far it’s been a game-changer for my gut health,” Glamour’s Navarro says. “The combination of prebiotics, probiotics, and essential greens helps me feel balanced and supports my immune system effectively. I appreciate that it’s designed with women’s health in mind, and as someone with PCOS and frequent hormonal imbalances, it feels like a more thoughtful addition to my wellness routine.” In general, fiber intake can help with digestion and prevent diarrhea and constipation, Talbert explains, so probiotics and prebiotics can maintain a healthy digestive tract.
Taste and texture: The flavor is “açaí berry,” which is slightly sweetened with stevia. “The taste is pretty neutral for a greens powder, which usually isn’t the case, so I just mix it with some cold water and ice,” Navarro says.
Dosage: Mix one scoop with 6 to 8 ounces of water.
- Pros: Founded by doctors and physician-approved as safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Cons: Doesn’t contain as many vitamins and minerals as other greens powders; as with any fiber, prebiotic inulin can cause stomach discomfort for some.
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Sakara Life Protein + Greens Super Powder
What sets Sakara Life’s greens powder apart is that it’s made with 12 grams of plant protein per serving (from organic pea protein, organic hemp protein, and organic pumpkin protein). Similar to other greens powders, it also has a super greens blend with wheatgrass, barley grass, and spirulina and chlorella.
“[Sakara Life] has proven to be one of my all-time fave protein powders. Not only does it help me refuel after my heavy-lifting days at the gym, but the added greens provide a nutrient-dense recovery aid that supports my overall wellness,” Glamour’s Navarro says. “I’ve felt more sustained energy and have seen the results in my muscles too.”
Dosage: Blend one scoop into your smoothie or into baked recipes.
Taste and texture: The flavor is listed as vanilla and also contains organic coconut milk powder, coconut sugar, and stevia leaf extract. “The powder mixes well and has a clean, slightly sweet taste that makes it a nice shake on its own or mixed with almond milk,” Glamour’s Navarro says. Some reviewers found the vanilla and coconut taste overwhelming on its own. (Note: The brand recommends mixing into a smoothie or other recipe.)
- Pros: Doubles as a protein powder.
- Cons: It’s pricier than others on this list; can be overly sweet for some.
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BodyHealth Greens
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Rather than “dehydrated, degraded, ground-up plants,” BodyHealth Greens contains seven separate “extract blends.” This includes a greens blend with superfoods like organic wheat grass and spirulina, an antioxidant garden blend that provides 10 servings of fruits and vegetables in every scoop, and an inflammatory-response blend that includes extracts of ingredients like organic grape skin and organic turmeric root to help prevent inflammation and oxidative damage. Plus, the brand recently updated their fiber and digestive blend, derived from organic tapioca to prevent gas and bloating.
What makes BodyHealth stand out from other greens powders on this list, Segura says, is that it’s enhanced with their flagship product, Perfect Amino, an essential amino acid blend that helps the body to build new protein, muscle, and collagen.
Taste: I loved that there wasn’t a strong artificial or stevia aftertaste, despite Stevia being included in the ingredient list. The “glucose balance blend,” which helps promote optimal insulin and blood glucose levels, made with extracts of of organic apple, organic bitter melon extract, and organic cinnamon, made it stand out from the others. Along with AG1, it’s my favorite product on its own mixed with water—but it might be harder to mix with your go-to smoothie.
- Pros: Organic ingredients, boosted with essential amino acids.
- Cons: The strong taste can be polarizing.
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InBloom Essential Elements
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Kate Hudson founded InBloom during the pandemic to make wellness more accessible—and now her powder supplements are in Whole Foods stores nationwide. Essential Elements, described as a “daily multivitamin,” is the hero product of the line that “helps to support overall health, including brain, cardiovascular, immune and digestive function for enhanced daily wellness,” according to the brand.
The vegan blend is sourced from 17 leafy greens and veggies (like alfalfa, barley, broccoli, kale, pumpkin, spinach, sweet potato, and wheatgrass), and provides 100% of your recommended daily dose of 21 vitamins and minerals. It also contains a sea greens blend of kelp, spirulina, and chlorella like many other greens powders on this list, plus the adaptogenic herb ashwagandha, which some studies show can reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, and sleep, Talbert says.
Dosage: Mix two scoops with 8 to 10 ounces of any cold liquid. InBloom suggests shaking it into fresh celery juice for additional hydration or adding to a smoothie.
Taste: The flavor is described as “earthy, fruity greens,” and that’s pretty spot on. The raspberry and stevia were a bit sweet for my taste, so I preferred to add it to a smoothie. I also felt nauseous after drinking it on an empty stomach; this could be due to the minerals zinc and copper, Segura says, and could be prevented by taking it with a small snack or meal. (The added iron could also be a contributor to nausea, Talbert says, and shouldn’t be taken with your morning coffee, since caffeine can impact iron absorption.)
- Pros: Supplies 100% of your daily vitamins.
- Cons: Only comes in one small-size bag; potential for nausea due to added minerals.