Smoothie Ingredient Guide: Supplements

Smoothies are perfect for adding supplements. With the right supplements, you can really jack up the nutritional content of your smoothie. Adding a scoop of protein powder to your smoothie is a perfect option for post workout smoothies. (Check out our Smoothie Ingredient Guide: Protein Powders). And adding a superfood blend works great at breakfast in your morning smoothie. Depending upon what your goals are, you can find the right supplement to add to your smoothie to meet your needs.

For supplements, powders work best with smoothies.

For an information specifically on superfood powders, please check out Smoothie Ingredient Guide: Superfood Powders.

For the best taste, try use a similar flavor supplement to the flavor of your smoothie. Or use the flavor of the supplement to enhance a particular flavor.

Chocolate flavored supplements work well with chocolate, banana, nut butters, and most dessert flavored smoothies.

Vanilla flavored supplements pair best with most dessert flavored smoothies, fruit smoothies, and sweeter green smoothies.

Unflavored supplements go best with fruit and green smoothies although some might have an aftertaste depending upon the ingredients in the supplement. Unflavored works best if you have a strong flavored smoothie which you want to be the primary flavor.

Below is a list of supplements for smoothies and their primary benefits and use cases.

BCAAs (Branched-Chain Amino Acids)

Benefits: Support muscle recovery, reduce muscle soreness, and assist in muscle protein synthesis.

Use Cases: Popular among athletes and fitness enthusiasts for pre-workout or post-workout supplementation to boost protein intake.

CBD

Benefits: May help reduce anxiety, alleviate pain, and promote relaxation without the psychoactive effects of THC.

Use Cases: Used for managing various health conditions, including anxiety, pain, and insomnia.

Collagen

Benefits: Supports skin, hair, nail health, and joint function; may promote anti-aging effects.

Use Cases: Commonly used in beauty and wellness products, such as skincare for anti-aging effects.

Creatine

Benefits: Enhances athletic performance, boosts muscle strength, and increases energy during high-intensity activities.

Use Cases: Frequently used by athletes and bodybuilders for performance improvement and gaining muscle.

Fiber Powder

Benefits: Supports digestive health, regular bowel movements, and may help manage weight.

Use Cases: Added to beverages or foods to increase fiber intake when dietary sources are insufficient and help with digestion.

Green Superfood Blend

Benefits: Provides a concentrated source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from various greens.

Use Cases: Consumed as a nutritional supplement for overall health and well-being, especially when you don’t get enough greens in your diet. Good for green smoothies.

Kids Multivitamin Blend

Benefits: Fills nutritional gaps in children's diets, supports growth, and overall health.

Use Cases: Designed specifically for children to ensure they receive essential vitamins and minerals.

Multivitamin Blend

Benefits: Provides a wide range of essential vitamins and minerals to support overall health and prevent nutrient deficiencies.

Use Cases: Commonly taken daily as a nutritional insurance policy for adults.

Plant Protein Powder

Benefits: A source of plant-based protein for muscle building, weight management, and dietary restrictions (e.g., vegan).

Use Cases: Plant based option to increase protein supplementation.

Probiotic

Benefits: Supports gut health, digestion, and immune function by maintaining a healthy balance of beneficial gut bacteria.

Use Cases: Often taken as a daily supplement to improve gut microbiome health.

Red Superfood Blend

Benefits: Contains antioxidants and nutrients from red fruits and vegetables, potentially supporting heart health and inflammation reduction.

Use Cases: Consumed for overall health and as a part of a balanced diet. Good for red, orange or purple smoothies.

Whey Protein Powder

Benefits: Contains high-quality protein for muscle growth and repair, post-workout recovery, and appetite control.

Use Cases: Commonly used by athletes and fitness enthusiasts as a protein source, often in shakes or smoothies to help recover and boost muscle growth.