Green & Red Powder Blend
A blended powder combining greens (vegetables, grasses) and reds (berries, fruits). Designed to cover a broader range of antioxidants including anthocyanins and polyphenols beyond typical greens-only products.
An ingredient with still-limited research
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Effects reported in research
Simultaneous intake of complementary phytonutrients and antioxidants from greens and reds
Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant support via polyphenols including anthocyanins and flavonoids
Useful as a nutritional supplement when daily vegetable and fruit intake is insufficient
Dosage & timing
- Follow product-recommended dosage (typically 1–2 scoops/day).
- Mix into water or smoothies.
Cautions
- •Same cautions as green powder (anticoagulants, kidney conditions).
- •Wide composition variation — check the ingredient list.
- •Some products contain added sugars — check if cutting calories.
Supporting research
Meta-analysis of vitamin C supplementation on immune function and upper respiratory tract infection risk after exercise
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 1993
A meta-analysis examining the effects of vitamin C supplementation on upper respiratory tract infection (common cold) risk following intense exercise (marathon, etc.). Vitamin C supplementation reduced upper respiratory infection risk by approximately 50% compared to placebo. In the general population (lower exercise intensity), preventive effects are limited, suggesting the benefit is greatest in specific contexts where intense exercise causes immune suppression. Contributions to neutrophil and lymphocyte function and collagen synthesis are also documented.
Meta-analysis of curcumin supplementation on exercise-induced inflammation and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)
Asian Journal of Sports Medicine, 2015
A meta-analysis of RCTs examining the effects of curcumin supplementation on post-exercise inflammatory markers (CRP, IL-6, TNF-α) and muscle soreness (DOMS). Curcumin significantly reduced inflammatory cytokines by inhibiting the NF-κB pathway and significantly reduced muscle soreness scores at 24–48 hours post-exercise. However, the bioavailability of curcumin alone is very low (~1%), and co-administration with piperine (black pepper component) is known to increase absorption approximately 20-fold.
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