The Bottom Line
- Best tasting of the greens drinks I have tried.
- Only 45 calories per serving.
- Provides the nutritional value of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.
- Contains natural anti-inflammatory agents.
- Has pro-biotics and enzymes for good digestive health.
- Has to be shaken or blended for best consistency.
- Does not have all of the fiber that several servings of fruits and vegetables would have.
Description
- Greens First comes in a plastic canister and a shaker. Simply mix the Greens First with water.
- Most greens drinks taste like grass in a pasture. Greens First has a fresh minty flavor.
- Add a teaspoon of milled flax seed or psyllium to get some extra fiber.
- Use as a part of the Greens First meal replacement kit for a fast healthy breakfast shake.
- Greens First is tested for antioxidant levels and you can trust the quality of this product.
Guide Review - Greens First Health Drink
Not all of us are really very good at getting the recommended five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables each day. No, french fries don't count. If you are one of the many of us who don't get all of your fruits and vegetables every day, then Greens First is perfect for you.
Greens First makes a great nutritional drink any time of the day, however I think it works best as a part of the Greens First Meal Replacement for a quick and healthy breakfast shake.
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