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Garden of Life – Protein section
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Raw Protein & greens Lightly Sweet
Ingredients:
Organic Raw Protein & Greens Blend: Organic Pea Protein, Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Protein, Organic Spinach (leaf), Organic Chia Protein, Organic Alfalfa Grass Juice, Organic Broccoli (stalk & flower), Organic Navy Bean (sprout), Organic Lentil Bean (sprout), Organic Garbanzo Bean (sprout), Organic Carrot (root), Organic Beet (root), Organic Kale (leaf); Organic Flavor Blend: Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Vanilla Flavors; Raw Probiotic & Enzyme Blend: Lipase, Protease, Aspergillopepsin, beta-Glucanase, Cellulase, Bromelain, Phytase, Lactase, Papain, Peptidase, Pectinase, Hemicellulase, Xylanase, [Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus bulgaricus] (1.5 Billion CFU).
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a rating of 3/5 green leaves, the ‘Garden of Life – Protein section Raw Protein & Greens Lightly Sweet’ positions itself as a moderately healthy choice for those seeking cleaner food options. This product prides itself on being organic and non-GMO, which are significant positives in a market saturated with questionable food choices. The organic raw protein and greens blend is a robust combination of plant proteins and leafy greens, including pea, sprouted brown rice, chia proteins, and an array of sprouted beans and vegetables. These ingredients are sourced to provide a comprehensive amino acid profile along with the added nutritional benefits of greens.
However, the product does contain organic cane sugar, which has resulted in deductions from its overall score. While the presence of added sugars may not align with the strictest of health food standards, it is worth noting that the product opts for organic sources. The inclusion of organic vanilla flavors also led to a deduction, as these are considered potentially harmful additives, despite their organic certification. It’s important for consumers to be aware that even organic flavorings can carry some level of risk, although the specifics of this risk are not detailed.
The product also features a raw probiotic and enzyme blend, aiming to support digestive health. The inclusion of digestive enzymes and probiotics like Lactobacillus plantarum and Lactobacillus bulgaricus, with a count of 1.5 billion CFU, is a thoughtful addition that may benefit gut health.
While this product does have its merits, particularly in its use of organic, non-GMO ingredients, and its inclusion of a diverse mix of proteins and greens, the presence of added sugars and flavorings detracts from its overall healthfulness. Consumers seeking a cleaner protein option may find this product to be a satisfactory choice, though it falls short of being among the best due to these concerns. It stands as a middle-ground option, better than many conventional offerings, yet not without its compromises.
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