The 8 Best Greens Powders, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

The health supplement market is both booming and, as far as the Food and Drug Administration is concerned, unregulated. I took a deep dive into the world of greens powders, speaking with dietitians and trying popular brands to uncover whether or not they're worth the money—and if so, which ones are. In short, greens powders aren’t harmful, but ultimately, dietitians agree (see below) that they're not a replacement for a healthy, varied diet. You need to eat your greens, plain and simple. Your body needs fruits and veggies. For most people, greens powders are going to be an expensive product that may or may not help them. But if you’re someone who doesn’t eat enough fruits and veggies, and you speak with your doctor beforehand to ensure the ingredients are safe based on your own medical history and needs, greens powders may help bridge the gap. They’re sort of like multivitamins (which are also unregulated by the FDA)—your body will take what it needs and flush the rest down the toile ... Read full article.