Garden of life proteins
Flavor:
Raw Organic Fit Vanilla Powder
Ingredients:
Raw Certified Organic Protein Blend: Organic Pea Protein, Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Protein, Organic Tapioca Fiber, Organic Pea Fiber, Organic Chia Seed & Sprout, Organic Flax Seed & Sprout, Organic Cracked Wall Chlorella, Organic Amaranth Sprout, Organic Quinoa Sprout, Organic Millet Sprout, Organic Buckwheat Sprout, Organic Garbanzo Bean Sprout, Organic Lentil Sprout, Organic Adzuki Bean Sprout, Organic Sunflower Seed Sprout, Organic Pumpkin Seed Sprout, Organic Sesame Seed Sprout; Raw Certified Organic Weight Loss & Stress Management Blend: Raw Organic Svetol® (Naturally Decaffeinated Green Coffee Bean Extract), Raw Organic Ashwagandha Root; Raw Certified Organic Superfood Blend: Organic Baobab Fruit, Organic Cinnamon, Organic Daikon Radish Sprout, Organic Alfalfa Sprout; Raw Probiotic & Enzyme Blend: [Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum] (3 Billion CFU), Lipase, Protease, Aspergillopepsin, beta-Glucanase, Cellulase, Bromelain, Phytase, Lactase, Papain, Peptidase, Pectinase, Hemicellulase, Xylanase. Other Ingredients: Organic vanilla flavors, organic erythritol, organic stevia extract (leaf), sea salt. Contains: Sesame. Vitamins A, D & K from culture of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Vitamin E (from Sunflower Oil), Chromium (from Brown Rice Chelate).
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Garden of Life’s Raw Organic Fit Vanilla Powder has earned a rating of 3 out of 5 green leaves. This rating reflects a balance between the product’s commendable use of organic and non-GMO ingredients and its inclusion of added sweeteners and flavorings that detract from its overall healthfulness.
The protein blend at the core of this product is entirely organic, drawing from a variety of plant-based sources such as pea protein, sprouted brown rice protein, and a comprehensive mix of sprouted seeds and grains. This diversity ensures a more complete amino acid profile, beneficial for muscle repair and overall nutrition. The product also includes a weight loss and stress management blend featuring naturally decaffeinated green coffee bean extract and ashwagandha root, alongside a superfood blend containing ingredients like baobab fruit and cinnamon.
However, the presence of organic erythritol and stevia as sweeteners is a point of contention. While these are non-synthetic sweeteners and considered healthier alternatives to refined sugar, they still count as added sweeteners and may not align with the strictest definitions of ‘clean’ eating. Additionally, the use of organic vanilla flavors raises questions, as the term ‘flavors’ can encompass a range of substances, some of which may not be desirable in a product aiming for the utmost in health and transparency.
The product also includes a probiotic and enzyme blend, which may support digestion, and it sources its vitamins and minerals from natural origins like Saccharomyces cerevisiae and brown rice chelate. This approach to fortification aligns with the product’s organic ethos.
While the powder does not contain any genetically modified organisms (GMOs), the absence of a certified organic label suggests that not all components meet organic standards. This discrepancy has affected the product’s final score.
Overall, Garden of Life’s Raw Organic Fit Vanilla Powder presents a mixed bag. It boasts a commendable selection of organic, plant-based proteins and health-supporting blends, yet it includes sweeteners and flavorings that may not meet the criteria for the cleanest food product. The 3 out of 5 green leaves rating encapsulates this balance, positioning the powder as a moderately good choice for those seeking a healthier protein supplement.
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