Q&A(6)
Q: Can this be added to hot oatmeal or cooked in with foods?
A: In general, yes. The product can also be used in baked recipes instead of flour (amounts vary).
submitted byGarden Of Life Team - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: With the news about lead and heavy metals contamination in protein powders, especially organic and worst in chocolate, is this NSF certified?
A: At Garden of Life, the health and safety of our consumers is our highest priority. Please rest assured that we have conducted thorough testing on the products and can confidently assure you that they meet all applicable regulations. It is important to note that certain metals exist in the environment, so fruits and vegetables may absorb these elements from soil and water as they grow. Garden of Life conducts testing on both raw materials and finished products to ensure they meet robust standards of safety and quality. This includes testing every batch for arsenic, cadmium, mercury and lead to ensure full compliance with all applicable regulations and our rigorous internal standards. Every bottle of our product reflects our unwavering commitment to top quality, safety, and nutrition.
submitted byGarden Of Life Team - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is there any heavy metal contaminates (e.g. lead, cadmium) contained in these products? If so how much?
A: At Garden of Life, the health and safety of our consumers is our highest priority. Please rest assured that we have conducted thorough testing on the products and can confidently assure you that they meet all applicable regulations. It is important to note that certain metals exist in the environment, so fruits and vegetables may absorb these elements from soil and water as they grow. Garden of Life conducts testing on both raw materials and finished products to ensure they meet robust standards of safety and quality. This includes testing every batch for arsenic, cadmium, mercury and lead to ensure full compliance with all applicable regulations and our rigorous internal standards. Every bottle of our product reflects our unwavering commitment to top quality, safety, and nutrition.
submitted byGarden Of Life Team - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is it safe for children to drink?
A: Our suggested usage is for adults, individuals over the age of 18 years. While we have no indication that any of the ingredients would be harmful, we ask that you please discuss usage with your pediatrician; they are best able to advise you on usage for your child.
submitted byGarden Of Life Team - 6 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is this the same as the meal replacement you sell?
A: Thank you for your inquiry. This is to confirm that our Organic Vegan Protein + Greens Plant Based Shake Mix - Chocolate - is not the same as our RAW Organic Meal Chocolate. Organic Vegan Protein + Greens Plant Based Shake Mix - Chocolate is not a complete and balance meal while our RAW Organic Meal Chocolate is. Our Vegan Protein + Greens is a clean way to get your protein & greens all at once.
submitted byGarden Of Life Team - 8 months agoBrand expert
Q: Can a type 2 diabetic take this to help gain weight?
A: We recommend speaking with your healthcare practitioner, as they are best able to advise you. That being said, our Organic Protein+Greens offers 20 grams of organic plant protein per serving along with 6 organic greens and veggies—organic alfalfa grass juice, organic spinach, organic kale, and organic broccoli, carrots and beets—1.5 billion CFU probiotics, 13 non-GMO enzymes, 3 grams of Dietary Fiber and less than 1 gram of naturally occurring sugar, Organic Protein+Greens is a great way to get protein and greens in one serving.
submitted byGarden of Life - 4 years agoBrand expert
Q: How many carbs in a serving of the Protein + Greens?
A: Our Organic Protein + Greens Chocolate has 4g of Total Carbs per Serving, and the Vanilla flavor has 3g of Total Carbs per Serving. Hopefully this helps. :)
submitted byGarden of Life - 6 years agoBrand expert