“AG1 is a good choice [for people] looking for a supplement if you have difficulty eating right, or if you have to take more than one supplement at a time,” says Gowri Reddy Rocco, MD, a board-certified medical doctor in California. She also made sure to reiterate that the supplement is GMO-free, which is important for what she recommends.
AG1 is also NSF Certified for Sport, an independent, third-party certification that tests for safety, purity, and potency. The medical professionals I spoke with told me they only recommend taking supplements that have been third-party tested by groups like NSF or USP, and this fits the bill.
Remember, as with any supplements, AG1 isn’t one-size-fits-all. “I would strongly advise to see a doctor, get the blood work done, and look for something more specific if your body has an adverse reaction to AG1,” says Dr. Rocco. She also recommends that anyone on medications like blood thinners, or who has preexisting conditions or allergies consult with a health care provider before taking AG1, as it has “ingredients that may cause adverse effects or interactions with medications or existing conditions.”
Finally, anyone pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking prescription medications should consult with their doctor before taking AG1, since it contains adaptogens. So it’s not for everyone, but after I chatted with my doctor, we figured it was as good as trying anything to help with my bloating.
Can you get all nutrients from AG1 on a regular diet?
While my diet isn’t jaw-droppingly bad, I know it’s lacking key nutrients, which leads to issues I experience, such as lower energy, stomach bloating, and grogginess. And even if I was eating as healthfully as possible, I’m not alone in having a diet that lacks the right nutrients and antioxidants.
“It’s definitely possible to get the right amount of nutrients from whole foods,” says Villanesca. “However, the reality is that only about 10% of Americans are actually eating the recommended five servings of fruits and veggies that would deliver what we need.”
By adding a scoop of AG1 to my day, I could fill in some of what my diet was lacking. After just a week of making sure I drank my shaker of green water each morning, I started to feel brighter and more focused.
It wasn’t a routine that felt hard to get used to. I already stumble to my kitchen every morning for coffee, and it was easy to add a scoop of powder into the shaker, give it an ol’ maraca shimmy, and chug it while my coffee steeped.
By the end of the second week, I felt less gassy (sorry) and noticed less of my typical bloating after meals. I can’t say for sure whether this was from drinking AG1 or from overall trying to eat healthier, but I can’t say it wasn’t from AG1. I’ve dealt with frustrating bloating for the last few years, and anything that makes me feel less like a balloon is a welcome change.
Does AG1 taste good?
Original image by Glamour contributor Maggie Slepian testing AG1
Original image by Glamour contributor Maggie Slepian testing AG1
Realistically, does any supplement actually taste good? Like, really good? I think we moderate our expectations for protein powders, energy gels, and superfood powders, but amongst the ones I’ve tried, AG1 has one of the better flavors. There’s a light sweetness thanks to the touch of stevia, with natural sweetener from fruit and vanilla. It’s low in added sugar and has a pretty mild flavor overall, though be prepared for a slightly iron aftertaste from the mineral components.
