Why We Left These Ingredients Out of GRNS (And Why It Matters) 🧪

Fact-Checked By a Nutritionist MD

Published on August 9, 2025

When you flip over a supplement label, you usually look for what’s in it. But at GRNS, we believe what’s left out is just as important.

We built GRNS to be something we’d actually take ourselves — every single day. That meant stripping it back to only what your body genuinely needs to support digestion, energy, and performance — and leaving behind the ingredients that didn’t serve a clear, proven purpose.

Here’s a look at the common ingredients we chose not to include in GRNS — and why that decision matters for your health.

Girl drinking GRNS out of a GRNS drink bottle

Why We Left These Ingredients Out of GRNS (And Why It Matters)

❌ Artificial Sweeteners (like Stevia, Sucralose or Aspartame)

Many greens powders use stevia or other non-nutritive sweeteners to cover the taste of overly bitter blends. But these can leave a lingering aftertaste — and in some people, even cause bloating or digestive discomfort.

Why we skipped it:
We wanted a mild, neutral flavour that didn’t rely on masking agents. GRNS is lightly earthy and smooth enough to mix with water or blend into smoothies — without the artificial sweetness.

❌ Artificial Sweeteners (like Stevia, Sucralose or Aspartame)

If you’ve seen the phrase “Greens Blend 5,000mg” without the exact breakdown, that’s a proprietary blend — meaning you don’t know how much of each ingredient you’re actually getting.

Why we skipped it:
We believe in full transparency. Every single ingredient in GRNS is listed clearly on the label with its exact dosage. No smoke, no mirrors — just what your body needs, clearly communicated.

❌ Cheap Fillers & Bulking Agents (like Maltodextrin or Rice Flour)

These ingredients often appear in “green” supplements to bulk out the scoop and reduce manufacturing costs — but they offer zero nutritional benefit.

Why we skipped it:
GRNS is formulated for function — not fluff. Every ingredient in our formula is included because it plays a specific role in supporting digestion, immunity, stress resilience, or energy. No fillers. Ever.

❌ Synthetic Vitamins

Some brands load up on isolated synthetic vitamins to boost the “nutrient count” on their label — even though your body often struggles to absorb them properly.

Why we skipped it:
GRNS uses wholefood-derived nutrients and plant-based sources, which are more bioavailable and come with naturally occurring cofactors — meaning your body can actually use them better.

❌ Hidden “Superfood Buzzwords” with No Dosage Backing

Ever seen a label stacked with exotic-sounding ingredients — like wheatgrass, matcha, lion’s mane, or ashwagandha — but with no dosage listed? Many of these are just included in tiny trace amounts for marketing appeal.

Why we skipped it (sort of):
We actually included many of these powerhouse ingredients in GRNS — but we included them at functional, evidence-backed dosages, and we listed every amount on the label. So you’re getting benefits, not buzzwords.

What We Focused On Instead

✔️ Fully transparent label with exact dosages
✔️ Functional dosages of greens, antioxidants, adaptogens, and probiotics
✔️ Mild, mixable flavour with no artificial sweeteners
✔️ Zero fillers, gums, or unnecessary additives
✔️ Formulated by real people who use it daily — not by a marketing team

A girl drinking greens powder from her glass in the garden

Final Thoughts

At GRNS, we’re not interested in cutting corners, loading up on fluff, or chasing trends. Every decision in our formula — including what we left out — is about creating something you can trust, take daily, and actually feel the difference from.

Sometimes, less really is more — especially when less means no nasties, no gimmicks, and no BS. Just what your body needs.

🌿 FAQ

Q: Why doesn’t GRNS have stevia or natural flavours like other brands?
We wanted a product with a clean, neutral taste that doesn’t need covering up — and that won’t leave a weird aftertaste or cause digestive upset.

Q: How can I trust I’m getting enough of each ingredient?
Simple — we publish every single ingredient and dosage on the label. No blends. No guessing.

Q: Is GRNS less “potent” because it doesn’t include synthetic vitamins?
Not at all. In fact, the nutrients in GRNS are wholefood-derived, meaning your body is more likely to absorb and use them effectively.