(Newswire.net — April 28, 2015) Los Angles, CA — Athletic Greens recently uploaded a video to their YouTube channel to discuss the benefits of using organically sourced ingredients in green powder formulas. The consumption of fruits and vegetables across the globe is in a steady decline, especially in America. As a result, more and more people are starting to take green superfood powder supplements to make up for what their diet lacks. When people aren’t getting the USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) recommended serving sizes for fruits and vegetables they risk putting their health in jeopardy.
Without the essential vitamins, minerals, plant based proteins, and leafy greens people get from eating these ingredients the body struggles to maintain healthy organ function, detoxification, and immunity. Whether a person doesn’t like the taste or doesn’t have the time to eat these items there are many ways to sneak vegetables and fruits into a diet. One of the easiest and quickest ways to boost a diet is by taking a green superfood powder which can provide the body with the vital nutrition it needs. Unfortunately, just taking any greens supplement can be just as detrimental to health.
According to recent findings from Consumer Lab nearly one third of powder supplements do not live up to their dietary claims (link to report in sources). In addition to not meeting label claims some were even contaminated with lead, arsenic, or harmful bacteria. With many plant based ingredients like kelp, spirulina, or chlorella contamination can become an issue. If just one single ingredient is contaminated it will ruin the entire product and can be detrimental to health. This is the reason Athletic Greens urges consumers to carefully check the ingredient labels of any product they ingest.
Many companies are starting to source their vegetables and fruit ingredients from certified organic farms. This is a great practice and is a big sign that the company is using high quality and safer ingredients. Organic greens powders are less likely to be exposed to contaminants like lead, arsenic, or harmful bacteria. Additionally, these ingredients have no added chemicals, preservatives, herbicides, or pesticides which helps maximize the healthful benefits of the greens supplement. If people choose the right greens powder they are providing their bodies with a wide range of vitamins and natural antioxidants their body needs to thrive.
The most important thing a consumer considering a greens supplement can do is to buy it from a reputable company. Make sure their ingredients are of the highest quality and come from the most natural source possible. Keep in mind many greens contains extracts and minerals that are not certifiable as organic. Athletic Greens is offering a free energy guide to people who want to learn more about Greens powders and their Premium Superfood Cocktail.
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Sources: https://www.consumerlab.com/reviews/Greens_Whole_Foods_Powders_Supplements/greens/