Huel Daily Greens review: It boosted my energy better than coffee

Greens powders are all over social media with 2.4 billion views on TikTok for #greenspowder.

Huel Daily Greens launched in January 2024 as a more affordable alternative to AG1 greens powder and comes packed with more active ingredients.

Huel Daily Greens 30-day supply, £45

While AG1 has 75 different ingredients, Huel Daily Greens has 91, the Huel monthly subscription is also £34 cheaper.

Priced at £45 for a 30-day supply, it’s still not cheap but Huel claims that it eliminates the need to take other supplements like probiotics and vitamin pills.

There’s no doubt that Huel has a lot of die-hard fans, with ‘Hueligans’ including celebrity investors Jonathan Ross, Idris Elba and Stephen Bartlett.

I tested Huel Daily Greens to see if I noticed any health benefits and if it is worth £45 a month.

How I tested

I was keen to see if I could boost my immune system, and improve how my body looks and feels by using Huel Daily Greens for 30 days.

 I incorporated one scoop of the watermelon flavour into my daily routine, consuming it before breakfast as advised.

I specifically looked for noticeable changes in energy levels, digestion, and overall well-being.

Additionally, I evaluated the mixed drink’s taste and mixability, as these are crucial factors in determining whether or not it’s feasible to take for an extended period of time.

Navigate this article

• Quick summary
• Review of Huel Daily Greens
• Final verdict
• How much does Huel Daily Greens cost?
• Where to buy Huel Daily Greens?
• Huel Daily Greens alternatives

Huel Daily Greens: quick summary

Huel Daily Greens, 30-day supply, £45

Pros

• Smooth consistency
• Blends well with water
• Naturally energising
• Helps start the day on a healthy note
• Convenient way to consume more nutrients

Cons

• Sweet aftertaste
• More expensive than taking vitamin supplements

Rating: 4.5 / 5

I added Huel Daily Greens to my morning routine a month ago and now I can’t imagine life without it.

Before taking Huel I suffered from a terrible afternoon slump around 3pm, which I put down to a post-lunch sugar crash.

However, I’m now wondering if it was caused by my body lacking certain nutrients as one serving of Huel Daily Greens in the morning was enough to keep my energy levels consistent throughout the day.

I never consume ingredients like spirulina or ashwagandha and rarely eat flaxseed, so I am certain that Huel Daily Greens provided me with nutrients I could not have got from my diet alone.

While I’m not overjoyed about the flavour, as I found it slightly artificial, the benefits outweigh the negatives.

I like that the powder blended well in water and had a smooth consistency. I also liked the convenience of one drink delivering a full blend of nutrients, vitamins and minerals.

Even though a daily serving of Huel Daily Greens costs more than getting the nutrients from vitamin pills and probiotics, in my opinion, it’s worth the cost.

The drink is gentle on the gut and a naturally energising way to start the day.

Huel Daily Greens full review

Huel Daily Greens, 30-day supply, £45

First impressions

Huel Daily Greens have been making waves as a convenient way to boost micronutrient intake, so I was very excited to receive my pouch and shaker bottle in the post.

I have to say that the packaging was not as special as its competitor AG1 (which arrived at my door in a fancy gift box), but it was adequately packed in a cardboard box with brown paper wrapping that it arrived intact.

Once I opened the pouch, I was impressed by the immediately noticeable watermelon aroma — sweet but not overpowering, which was a promising start.

The powder was ground finely and mixed easily with water when shaken, leaving no gritty texture, which is a good start.

Huel Daily Greens, 30-day supply, £45

I was a little disappointed by the eagerly anticipated watermelon flavour.

It tasted a little synthetic with a subtle, mellow sweetness rather than the punchy, refreshing flavour you might associate with fresh watermelon.

After the initial sweetness, there was an aftertaste that I would best describe as grassy, likely from the greens blend.

It wasn’t unpleasant, but it wasn’t something that I actively looked forward to consuming first thing in the morning.

The serving size was manageable, and I appreciated the convenience of having an all-in-one greens boost ready in under a minute.

What are the Huel Daily Greens ingredients?

Huel Daily Greens, 30-day supply, £45

Huel Daily Greens is an impressive blend of over 91 carefully selected plant-based ingredients to support overall health and well-being.

At its core is a mix of powdered fruits, vegetables, and superfoods including kale, spinach, broccoli, and spirulina, which are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

The formula is further enhanced with adaptogens like ashwagandha and ginseng, known for their stress-reducing and energy-boosting properties.

It also includes probiotics like Bacillus Caoagulans and Bifidobacterium bifidum and digestive enzymes to support gut health, along with flaxseed and chia seed for added fibre and omega-3 fatty acids.

Vegan and gluten-free, Huel Daily Greens is designed to be a convenient way to ensure the body has all the micronutrients it needs.

Performance: Is Huel Daily Greens worth it?

After a month of incorporating Huel Daily Greens into my routine, I noticed some tangible changes.

The most obvious improvement was in my energy levels.

While I didn’t experience a sudden surge, my energy felt more consistent throughout the day, even during the dreaded afternoon slump.

Digestive health was another area where I saw benefits, the greens blend seemed to support regularity, and I felt less bloated after meals.

My skin also appeared slightly brighter, which might have been due to the added vitamins and antioxidants in the mix.

As for physical performance, I didn’t notice a dramatic change, but I did feel more resilient in my workouts.

Recovery seemed quicker, though it’s hard to attribute this to the drink alone.

On the downside, the watermelon flavour never truly grew on me.

While it was drinkable, I found myself wishing for a more natural-tasting option.

That said, the convenience of Huel Daily Greens outweighed the minor flavour gripe.

It was an easy, no-fuss way to get my daily dose of greens and for anyone looking to supplement their diet, this product is worth considering.

The verdict

For £45 a month, Huel Daily Greens delivers a hell of a lot of goodness.

While money can’t buy health, I think £45 is a fair price to pay for the convenience of giving my body a wide quota of superfoods, vitamins and minerals.

The watermelon flavour may be slightly synthetic, but it didn’t repulse me.

I liked that the powder mixed well with water for a smoother texture with no gritty bits at the bottom of the shaker.

If you don’t have the time or patience to work out what supplements you should take, Huel is a convenient way to boost well-being.

I was impressed by how it helped with my energy levels and look forward to this continuing as I make it a permanent feature of my daily routine.

How much is Huel Daily Greens?

The price of Huel Daily Greens depends on whether or not you want to commit to a subscription.

You’ll save 10% if you buy directly with Huel and commit to a delivery every four weeks, making the price for a month’s supply £45 instead of £50.

Your first order of that subscription will also get you a free welcome pack containing a Huel t-shirt and a Huel shaker bottle, worth £25.

Huel Daily Greens costs £50 for a 30-day supply without a subscription, but you can snag a saving using a Huel discount code.

Huel has a huge community of ambassadors called Huel-igans who frequently post on social media.

Search #hueligan on Instagram and you might get lucky in finding a discount code.

Where to buy Huel Daily Greens in the UK?

The subscription option on the Huel website is the cheapest price for Huel Daily Greens.

It’s also worth shopping around for discounts during big sales events at other Huel stockists such as Amazon or Boots.

Huel Daily Greens alternatives

Greens powders have been growing in popularity over the past year, with new options springing up all the time.

The talkSPORT shopping team has reviewed several different options in a bid to work out which ones are the best value for money.

The biggest competitor to Huel is AG1, which we rated 4.5 out of 5 because it made a noticeable difference to gut and skin health during testing.

We’d also recommend:

• 33Fuel Ultimate Daily Greens Powder 30-servings, £29.99 – buy here
• Protein Works Super Greens Extreme 20-servings, £15.49 (was £30.99) – buy here
• Myprotein Green Superfoods 500g, £17.99 (was £49.99) – buy here

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