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In short, we don't know. There has been little research done on greens powders as a whole. The limited research that does exist doesn't suggest that they offer as many benefits as eating whole foods, but more research is needed. Professional and collegiate athletes: While greens powders can be a helpful way to add nutrients to an athlete's diet, some supplements may contain ingredients that are banned for sport. "Not all greens powders are third-party tested, so it is especially important for athletes that may be drug tested to avoid using greens powders without proper third-party testing," says Osburn. Look for one that is NSF Certified for Sport, one of the most rigorous third-party testing certifications. Dietary restrictions: Some products may be certified gluten-free or vegan, which is a key consideration for those with strict dietary needs.

Always speak with a healthcare professional before adding a supplement to your routine to ensure that the supplement is appropriate for your individual needs and to understand which dosage to take. Many probiotic products are formulated with beneficial bacteria and yeasts for the purpose of preventing or recovering from bacterial or yeast infections in your different body parts, including: Fortunately, you can up your prebiotic intake through your food choices. Some of the best sources of prebiotics include: The Dr. Mercola fermented greens powder contains a blend of fermented grasses, greens, vegetables, herbs, and algae, including chlorella and spirulina. Fermenting fruits, vegetables, and other foods may increase the body's ability to use and benefit from the antioxidants found in those ingredients. We like that this powder has both spirulina and algae, as both have been shown to offer a number of health benefits including lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. Maddi Osburn, RDN, LD suggests that while greens powders make it easy to get some nutrients from vegetables, they aren’t a substitute for eating whole vegetables—which are much higher in fiber and other nutrients. However, a greens powder can be helpful when you aren’t able to eat as much produce (if you’re traveling, for instance), or for those with increased nutrient needs, like athletes. Due to their often concentrated vitamin and mineral contents, greens powders essentially act as a multivitamin, filling potential nutrient gaps in your diet.

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Dr. Mercola's fermented greens powder is sweetened with the no-calorie natural sweeteners monk fruit and stevia, which can help cut some of the grassy or bitter flavors of the powder without the added sugar. However, these ingredients have distinct flavors which you may or may not enjoy. These ingredients are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA, but not much is known about their effects on human health yet. Galacto-Oligosaccharides– stimulate two key types of friendly bacteria, Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli

These products are all available over the counter (OTC), in grocery stores, drug stores and health and wellness stores. They come as dietary supplements (capsules, liquids or powders) or as topical lotions or creams for different uses. Your healthcare provider can help you select a good one to try for your needs. Kephart, W.C., Mumford, P.W., McCloskey, A.E. et al. Post-exercise branched chain amino acid supplementation does not affect recovery markers following three consecutive high intensity resistance training bouts compared to carbohydrate supplementation. J Int Soc Sports Nutr 13, 30 (2016). doi:10.1186/s12970-016-0142-y Melini F, Melini V, Luziatelli F, Ficca AG, Ruzzi M. Health-Promoting Components in Fermented Foods: An Up-to-Date Systematic Review. Nutrients. 2019;11(5):1189. Published 2019 May 27. doi:10.3390/nu11051189Acidophilus ( L. acidophilus) may be the most well-known probiotic on the market today, possibly because it has so many different applications. Acidophilus is found naturally in your mouth, gut, stomach, lungs, vagina and urinary tract, and it can help restore balance in all of these microbiomes. Oe M, Sakai S, Yoshida H, et al. Oral hyaluronan relieves wrinkles: a double-blinded, placebo-controlled study over a 12-week period. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2017;10:267-273. Published 2017 Jul 18. doi:10.2147/CCID.S141845