I’m told my youngest daughter won’t breastfeed forever, but so far I’m dubious. 👀
In all seriousness, I love nourishing and comforting her in this way, but here I am, two years in, and I’m more than ready to reclaim some of my own wellness rituals.
Thinking back to the days pre-pregnancy when I made decisions for my body (and no one else’s), I started my morning with a greens powder before I even had my coffee. Wow, past me was kind of a legend.
As I explored my options for current me, I came upon Perelel and Athletic Greens. They both support the gut, digestion, and immune health by offering prebiotics + probiotics and antioxidants, but there are some pretty important differences between them.
If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding… Perelel
If you are, this is where the comparison begins and ends, is it not? If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, no doubt you are invested in making the safest choice for you and your baby.
Perelel Synbiotic Greens powder intentionally leaves out many ingredients like bromelain, flax, alfalfa, rosemary, making it a safe option for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding. (You can eat flax and rosemary in your food, you just shouldn’t take it as a supplement.) As a bonus, it’s gluten-free, soy-free, non-GMO, and contains no colorants or synthetic fillers. The formula is third-party tested for safety.
On the other hand, AG1 contains all of the above non-pregnancy or breastfeeding safe ingredients. Plus, AG1 has other plant-based, botanical ingredients like adaptogens that are not safe, studied or are cautioned against while pregnant & breastfeeding.
If an unpleasant flavor is a deal-breaker for you… Perelel
As a parent, I sacrifice my joy for the wellbeing of my kids constantly, so I refuse to further forfeit my pleasure as I meet my own wellness needs. Greens powder is obviously going to taste like a greens powder no matter what, but by comparison, Perelel Greens tastes great.
This powder is essenced with açaí, so that earthy-tasting foundation is carried by a light sweetness. It also dissolves in a glass of room-temp water easily. And again, if you’re pregnant, this point carries some extra weight: flavors are often amplified while carrying a little one.
AG1 takes the minty route, and can have a sediment-y consistency if you’re not diligent in your stirring. I don’t know how to say this other than…I’m not into drinking grass toothpaste. And remembering my pregnancies, my heartburn had me feeling minty enough to last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for vitamins & minerals… AG1
Never was I such a good student as when I started taking a prenatal vitamin. I didn’t miss a day! Recently, I’ve transitioned to a postnatal vitamin to support my breastfeeding needs. To pile more vitamins on top of what I’m already consuming is superfluous at best, and risky at worst.
Perelel’s greens powder is made without excess vitamins or minerals to avoid overloading us with too-high doses of vitamins.
If you’re not pregnant or breastfeeding, and not taking a daily vitamin or not eating a healthy, balanced diet, go fearlessly into your life with AG1! It’s loaded up with vitamins, minerals, whole food sourced nutrients, probiotics, and adaptogens.
If you want the most cost-effective option… Perelel
Anyone can drink Perelel Synbiotic Greens, of course! For one, it’s the lower-cost option. When you subscribe, it's only $44.50 per month—you save 15% every month and enjoy free shipping. Or you can buy one-time, too. It works nicely alongside the diaper budget.
Athletic Greens costs $99 for a one-time purchase, and $90 if you subscribe & save. It’s an investment, to be sure.
I’ll just be over here sipping Perelel Greens
It feels so good to return to a morning ritual that’s solely for me. ☀️
I’m starting my days out right by enjoying a nutrient-dense morning beverage that’s helping me heal my gut, stay regular, and strengthen my immune system. And it’s delightfully palatable while it’s working its magic.
For all the pregnant and breastfeeding folks out there, you’ll love that Perelel was founded and formulated by a friendly crew of women’s health experts, including a midwife, an OBGYN, a nutritionist, maternal-fetal medicine doctors, and an acupuncturist and doula.
