Interested in working with me on your health? Check out coaching: bit.ly/Builttolast1 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:26 Who am I? 01:05 Breaking down the label 01:25 Probiotics in AG1 04:09 Proprietary blends 06:16 Chlorella and Spinach extract 06:35 Why do Big Podcasts push AG1 07:08 Financial incentives
can someone please tell me why this is green? I once found a post showing it's ingredients where it shows it was colored green, but now it seems to be impossible to find. Anyone?
Haven’t heard a single male nutritionist talk about the importance of a vaginal birth and breastfeeding to start a healthy gut flora. Kudos! You’ve earned a subscription!
A vaginal birth "seeds" the gut with good bacteria when the baby travels through the birth canal. Then, the breastmilk creates a compounding effect. @@Chessmapling
This video is incredibly well put together and backed by science. I'm glad you're not afraid to speak up about this and show people that they're getting basically an expensive multivitamin.
Thank you for the video, really informative. I've been curious about the real benefits of a product which costs so much that is being pushed by seemingly trusted source podcasters, such as Andrew Huberman. It feels like you gave a really balanced view of AG1.
This confirms my suspicions. I’m so glad I held out. They “almost” had me but I decided to look further into it before making such a huge commitment. Thanks for sharing. *sidenote: it’s insane how much these guys are making off this. Marketing doesn’t equal quality though.
Finally! A detailed analysis of AG1. Thank you! I took AG1 for about a year before my skepticism took over. I just couldn't get over the fact that the amounts of the ingredients were not listed. And when I learned how much of the cost is really just going to social media influencers, I quit. This video validates that I made a good decision.
you were suckered by an obvious scam for a year and you're proud of that like you want cookie points? How old are you dude? If you're a day over 16 then wtf are you doing?
as a rule of thumb, if ANY company that provides a physical product (meaning besides software stuff) can afford to advertise with content creators...it's most likely complete shit, cheap to produce and lacking in warranty. You can't otherwise spend these crazy amounts of money on advertising $10-$100 products. You'd have to sell way too many to cover the cost, even with a 40% markup. I'd beet the markup is way higher simply cause of how dirt cheap these things are to mass produce.
@@mrimmabreakitdownI’m not being a smart ass here, but you could eat vegetables! I bought this stuff once and realized I was thinking this covers me for not eating vegetables. It’s expensive and now I spend that money on actual vegetables and feel pretty wonderful.
Hi Adam! AG1 has really stepped up their marketing campaign recently so great timing on this video because i was starting to wonder what this is all about.
I have been looking for an honest and knowledgeable review on AG for 2 years. So glad I have not purchased. No magic pill. It always comes back to just eating whole, healthy foods. Thank you so much for this!
i was about to buy this product with hubermans link but i wanted to do some research and ur video was the 2nd and will be the last one I watch, i love how you broke down the ingredient list and made solid educated guesses on the remaining ingredients dosage and their minimum effective dosage, im in the process of making a health / fitness / sports / performance youtube channel and this video is very inspiring on how I want to craft my content and deliver value to my potential audience, thanks a bunch adam
very interesting, great vid. as with most of these social media-focused supplements, i’ve been simultaneously intrigued by AG1’s benefits and concerned by the language in their ad-reads (of which there are, like you said, so many). i’m all for people spending their money on something if they think it’s improving their health, but a lot of the time being healthy is not as simple as taking some magic powder that your favorite podcast is selling you.
This was fantastic, thank you so much. I was a paying AG1 customer for 5+ years and recently stopped because the cost just seemed unnecessary. I really miss drinking it, but this video made me realize I could just have a green juice in the morning to get that same placebo effect, since I take vitamins and supplements throughout the day.
Great coverage on this topic. I used AG1 for about 7 months and it seemed to help me quite a bit, at that time I had a pretty poor diet and was generally lazy with eating. Probably any good multi-vitamin would have been beneficial but I choose that one and don't have any regrets. While taking it and having generally positive results I did some supplemental reading on nutrients and general nutrition and eventually stopped taking AG1 earlier this year when I finally got more motivated to eat better and not be a slug.
great to hear you're eating better, that is always going to serve you well, especially with the higher amount of fibre. Thank you for your input it is much appreciated :)
I think if you’re the sort of person who’s prepared to spend a grand annually for a greens drink you’re probably someone who already has a pretty high base level of health and fitness to begin with, in those cases I would argue that the difference you’d see from taking AG1 would be negligible, I’d rather use that grand a year for quality food and a gym membership, you can buy greens drinks at a quarter of the price if you still want to go down that road.
@@kiely4561Good point. I'm slightly less ignorant then I was back then so have better idea what to look for at the store, and there are a lot that are cheaper. 😄
@@kiely4561I’m someone else who AG1 has helped significantly. My diet is ok. But I’ve gone months without eating a single fruit or vegetable. People always say “just eat a balanced diet,” but that’s the hardest thing to do when you’re too busy working to shop, cook, clean, plan.
I get blood work done at least once a year and can tell you my best blood results ive ever had were after taking ag1 for 4 or 5 months. Used to take a multivitamin and switched to ag1.
Thank you for the video!! I have used AG1 for more than a year to help me with some digestive problems. However after self reflecting, I think my cure was adding more fiber back into my diet and realizing I was partially lactose intolerant in the last few years as Im growing older (59). I recently suspended my subscription to AG1 as I'm reevaluating my monthly spending as my son is starting college. This video answers the real questions I had about AG1!! Thank you!
@@Laura-tp8wz I actually completely cancelled it now... my digestion and such is still good and I see no change except I don't have to try to down the shake in the car on the way to work or spend 100 bucks. I paused my subscription and then cancelled two weeks later very easily on the site. no refund was requested.. if I need a probiotic Ill buy something else or use what I have left.
Bold to assume all the fibre is accounted in the inulin. Not to mention most of those below it are not needed at high dosage. I have taken quality multis with a balanced diet for years and still noticed a significant benefit when taking AG1
I started taking AG1 2 years ago. I spent the first month spraying the bowl every day but since then its been all teflon. I never have any problems with feeling low on energy in the mornings (I work in construction). Ive also lost weight but thats from adjusting diet and exercise habits tòo. You've made a great video here with some good info. I'm thinking I might take a break from AG1 for a few months and see if things change
How did quitting go for you? I received my first batch of AG1 today and I’m kind of using this month as a trial period before I decide to go full steam ahead with the monthly subscriptions.
I started taking AG1, I noticed improvement within a week. Overall energy levels have boosted, no longer need my morning coffee. I would also say I have less brain fog and noticed improvement on memory and sharpness with day to day tasks. I would say I was nutrient deficient with only eating eggs in the morning and whatever is at home at night and going to bed on that for months. I feel like it’s helped with my deficiency in vitamins/nutrition
There is some research to show the benefit of fruit and vegetable concentrates on deficiencies
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I'm taking it for about 1 year, and just last week I decided to Pause my subscription to see if I notice any difference in daily energy/mood and overall health without AG1... I'll do a few months brake and then decide if it's worth taking it daily. Thank you for the great analysis.
Just recently started taking AG1 and interested to see if you have felt any difference after you stopped taking it. Do you still consider AG1 worth it?
Here are the key takeaways from the video on Athletic Greens (AG1): 1. AG1 is a popular health supplement heavily promoted by many podcasters and influencers. 2. The video creator, Adam McDonald, is a performance nutritionist who analyzed AG1's ingredients and dosages based on scientific evidence. 3. AG1 contains a good range of vitamins and minerals, making it a decent multivitamin substitute. 4. The probiotic content in AG1 is highlighted as a selling point, but the effectiveness of probiotics in healthy individuals is questionable according to current research. 5. Prebiotics (fiber from fruits and vegetables) are considered more beneficial for gut health than probiotic supplements. 6. AG1 uses a proprietary blend, which makes it difficult to determine the exact quantities of each ingredient. 7. Based on the FDA labeling rules and the order of ingredients listed, many of the supplements in AG1 are likely underdosed and may not provide significant benefits. 8. The video suggests that the effectiveness of many ingredients in AG1 for healthy individuals is limited, even at proper dosages. 9. The creator speculates that the popularity of AG1 among podcasters might be due to lack of nutrition expertise and financial incentives (30% commission for affiliates). 10. While AG1 is probably not harmful, its benefits may be neutral to very modest, and the claims made by the company are considered unsubstantiated by the video creator. 11. The video suggests that consumers should be clear about their health goals and how to measure progress when starting any new health, fitness, or supplement regimen. 12. The creator advises viewers to be cautious of "silly games" in health and fitness, implying that AG1 might not be the solution to all health problems as it's sometimes portrayed.
Great video Adam. I have even been tempted to purchase it a few times, but then looked at the ingredients and felt it looks like some overpriced Spirulina with a very small amount of pro/prebiotics.
I've been taking AG1 for months now, I exercise daily for more than 15 years, I have seen not a single noticeable improvement so I recently got my yearly blood analysis. They are actually slightly worse than my previous ones and will under no circumstances renew my AG1 subscription.
It's OK... You helped make him richer. Seriously what kind of person falls fir this rubbish. The world has produced top altheletes for 100 years without this nonsense.
Having a pretty healthy and diverse diet, I tried AG1 for two months and I didn't see any benefits at all. My biggest concern was actually that I started AG1 before it was so popular and after seeing it flooding all my social media advertisements space including youtube videos, podcasts, etc, I thought "Oh this company has a loooot of budget in marketing and advertising" and this became a red flag to me. When something is too good to be true, and very expensive, you have think twice about it. It's not a bad product, it's just a very well marketed useless product in my opinion. My personal experience is: spending 200$ for nothing.
You can’t take a supplement for a few months and expect it to make you feel better. I’ve been taking it for 1 year now. I don’t feel any different or better. I just like the fact that I am getting more nutrients than I am able to. No supplement is a magic pill. The word is “supplement”. It supports your body.
@@aristotlekumpis7095 I definitely don't agree with what you just said. Of course you should feel the difference after a few months. I feel the difference in my sleep if I stop drinking. I feel the difference in my focus if I start eating too much carbs. My digestive system is out of schedule if I don't have enough fibers. You supplement because you're in lack of something. My food is enough for my body, therefore supplementing is just a waste of money and trying AG1 confirmed that. I also think there are many other ways taking supplements help people: placebo, having a routine, thinking about health issues. These are important concern and if it fits your lifestyle and you're happy with the product, great! I just felt like I was giving money to a marketing machine without any benefits.
Wow i didnt expect your video to be so informative and well done which isnt often the case with smaller channels. Too bad you only have so few subscribers this video deserves more views!
Unfortunately, there is not really a "better" option. Greens powders in general are not a good replacement for fruits and vegetables and have never shown to be. There's another video I made that speaks about your alternative options.
Thank you for this breakdown! This is the thoroughness we need when breaking down the ingredients in these supplements! I've been on the fence about AG for multiple months and was almost convinced to buy it from multiple podcasts. But after this analysis, it's a clear choice to find better benefits from including specific foods more into my diet. Also, I like the emphasis that every individual will vary in needs.
thanks for this. Just drank the first one today and was ill for a few hours. Never happened before. It seemed common. They were nice to refund me right away before I even asked, when I told them what happened. I’m back to only Huels, vitamins and regular food. Which always make me feel great. The taste was also horrible. I hope they improve their product and get more transparent about their formulas and side effects.
Excellent piece thank you. FYI - a semantics mistake - @7:30 I think the statistic is 0.1%, not .001% to sum to $30k per episode, assuming the commission is only paid on the first month sale ( you could add a text correction graphic )Cheers and keep up the good work
This is a very informative and great video. I have been taking AG1 since my second child was born approx. a year ago. I will say I have noticed a difference. I have only gotten sick once and that was when my entire family had the very bad stomach bug and I didn't take it for 2 days straight. I also often swim a mile and play soccer and I can say that since taking it my recovery time has come down. I am in my mid 30s now and recovery times going down are noticeable. Having said all that, I do eat healthy and occasionally very unhealthy, but I was not taking any form of daily multivitamin before taking AG1. So that could explain the massive boost I have seen since taking it. AG1 is quite expensive but it is working great for me. I also work a job that requires me to get up at 4:30 am everyday and I am not always good at going to bed on time and have 2 children under 3. AG1 also helps a ton with my early morning energy levels on sub optimal sleep. My advice, do what works best for you.
Thank you! This is very helpful. Also, when you’re ready, I think you’ll find many of those dudes you mentioned make all kinds of unsubstantiated (or inadequately supported) claims that get them a lot of engagement which as you know translates into big sponsorship and monetization benefits.
Thanks for this awesome video! Towards the end you ask the question 'what are the alternatives for AG1', but do not actually list any. Would you have any recommendations for daily greens that would actually have a significant impact on health? Thanks!
That's a very good point. I only realised that after watching back. So here is my thought process> 1) What am I trying to improve with my health? Am I trying to target a specific thing/marker? 2)Am I just trying to provide overall gut health and longevity? 3)Are there specific ingredients in AG1 that I want to look at taking/that I have heard are good for my health? Most people aren't going to be trying to improve a specific health marker. 2 of the major benefits of fruit + veg is the fibre and potassium. So I personally would take a fiber supplement (if you don't eat enough fruit and veg) as there's little fibre in AG1 and I would eat 1 piece of fruit (talking about the minimum viable option here). One banana has 50% more potassium in it than one serving of AG1. I would also get a multivitamin (www.labdoor.com for 3rd party company that tests supplements and choose one of those). Those would be the absolute minimum. You might then look at some of the adaptogens like Ashwagandha that's in AG1 and say I want to try an effective dose of that. Ultimately it's going to be hard to replace eating fruits and vegetables and it's not easy to consume more. I do try to help clients find fruit and veg they like, that are easy to prepare or no prep at all, that are affordable and that are less perishable (frozen for example). Then I try help them find ways that are frictionless to implement those into their day to day and over time add more if feasible. That would be the best way to feel your best and strive for optimal health.. but it's not as easy as drinking a powder.
Good work. It seems that greens powders in general are the latest miracle supplement being foisted on the public. What I'd like to know is if AG1 has any advantage over much cheaper greens powders as they all seem to have very similar ingredients in similar amounts?
Awesome video mate. You had me from the opening “I just can’t seem to get away from ads for AG…..” because that is me 100%. Even my favourite golf podcast is plugging it. I’m surprised at Huberman though. I generally find him trustworthy and to have integrity, and to be very science and data based in terms of his podcast subject matter so it’s weird to me that he is plugging something like this.
I was taking AG1 for a while after Hubermans recommendation. I think that I wanted it to work more than it actually worked. I also over time realized that cheap green powders had a very similar effect at a fraction of the cost. So I stopped and now focus on effective doses of cheaper and more concentrated supplements, for example wheat grass powder. Great analysis.
Huberman's really shameful. You could defend people like Rogan or fitness influencers as just being naive, but Huberman is knowledgeable enough to know he's just grifting for cash.
About 5 years ago I tried AG1, and didn’t feel any effect. A year ago I was looking for an alternative to the many many vitamins I was taking monthly. I was convinced to try them again when it said all vitamins and pre/probiotics were included. While your claims may be correct. I noticed a gigantic change in how I felt taking them this time around. I look forward to taking it every day and feel lucky to have a product I like so much.
I'd love to hear what a gastroenterologist would say about the ability to digest or process the ingredients. I personally got extremely elevated liver enzymes after taking it that went away when i stopped ag1. I can't positively correlate but I'm healthy otherwise and do not drink regularly.
i got aLT And AST last 2 blood tests- since takiing AG1 if i remember ill post my results one week off of it. - never drank alcohol in my life- ive probably got fatty liver- going for some imaging! ultrasound - as its not very invasive
This was super helpful. It is so incredibly hard to know what to believe in the nutrition space. There are some voices I trust, a couple of which you mentioned, but as soon as sponsorship is involved, even trusted names become lesss trust worthy for obvious reasons. $30k per episode is very good reason to not ask too many questions. Thanks for this. Subscribed and will be following and sharing.
I tried AG for two months. I gained 2kg in weight. My blood sugar levels increased. My ‘vascular fitness level’ decreased as determined by an increase in my PWV metric. I did not feel any gain in energy, stamina, mental sharpness nor any of the other benefits mentioned. Since stopping AG my PWV metric has returned to the level prior to starting AG, as has my blood sugar level. I have not lost the weight I gained. Only my personal experiences but I certainly won’t be using AG again.
Wow - glad I came across your video. Very informative and well put together. Nicely done. I’ve always been skeptical of AG1, because of the over-marketing of it everywhere you look! Thanks for taking the time to put this video together.
What a thoughtful and helpful video. You make such important points and have laid it so clearly, clarifying things I have been trying to wrap my head around. Thank you for putting this all together!
Informative video regarding the dosages. Definitely good points and things to keep in mind when buying supplements in general! I've been taking athletic greens for the past 4-5 months and I think it's made a positive change in my mood and energy levels. I train several times a week in the weight room for strength competitions, so sleep and nutrition are my top priorities. I already eat a diverse diet, but sometimes I don't hit my fruit/veggie goals for the day and this helps. I'd rather take this than a multivitamin because I feel this is more bioavailable.
Thank you! Excellent, clear and simple delivery of really important messages. Especially the maths on the financial incentives around 7m30s. Can extrapolate that to so many wonder products. Its a shame that these really high profile podcasters are not more honest about these supplements being a very expensive alternative to the simple and cheap foundation of a good diet.
Thank you. As mentioned I do think that a lot of them believe it’s a good product. They do also need to build an income some how and usually that’s via sponsorship
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with humanity, but a special thank you for sharing, the not so favorable opinions on AG1. I'm a recent client of AG1 and will now scrutinize deeper to see if I can get something better for less expense. I appreciate your help for spiking my awareness on AG1......
I took Jocko Greens for a few months as a cheaper alternative to AG1. Something just didn’t sit right but I do give his product credit for listing the actual amounts of the ingredients. But I decided to just start blending fresh greens into my smoothies myself and noticed I felt and performed much better. Really great info in this video that can be applied to a lot of supplements and powders in today’s over saturated market.
We, the wife and I, take AG1, mostly as a multi vitamin since she has a very hard time with eating pills. Would be very interested in usable alternatives available in Europe. Would be a great help, cheers from Denmark.
Well reasoned breakdown. I've being taking it for maybe 6 months and it's only anecdotal but I've noticed a significant improvement in all sorts of ways. I'll continue to use it for sure.
Nice, very well broken down. Always suspected this of AG1, I'm sure people have felt better from it but essentially a healthy diet (I know that is up to debate in many circles too) and potentially a little vitamin/mineral supplementation to cover any potential deficiencies is more than adequate. First time watchinf a video of yours and now subscribed, all the best.
I agree with you. I got interested in powdered greens a couple of years ago, bought a 2 month supply. (1 large container for 70-something US dollars) Then I did a breakdown on each ingredient and the nutritional benefits. I ordered all my own powders in bulk and started making my own. I don't take soya lechithin, or any other product with the letters "soy" in them. I mix the powder in my morning smoothie, 5 grams a day, plus take another 14 grams of other home made vegetable powders per day, for knee and joint problems. (I'm 63) I noticed the ingredient label in the video used a bunch of fancy, long names instead of the common simpler names. lol Helps make the purchaser feel smarter.
@@WarHammer1989 It's more money up front, but a pound of powder lasts up to 8 months, depending on how I mix it. Just takes time to mix every couple of months. I make several different kinds.
You're paranoid for not talking anything with 'Soy" on it though. There are no phytoestrogens in lecithin (not that it would be harmfull it i were), whether from Soy or any other source. Lecithin is just choline and inositol. "Dangers" of soy is BS anyways, according to real scientist. But that's a different issue, and I'm not a vegan or anyone who makes an effort to get soy by any means.
People fall for niche supplements like AG1 thinking it can be the shortcut for being healthier. But the bread n butter will always be #1) eating a healthy diet #2) sleep better #3) work out
When choosing supplementation it's important to put a product in the context of your entire protocol and diet. Suplements dont fix poor diet. I take more than ag1 between pre-workout/neuro- stimulants etc that includes common ingredients to ag1 that would otherwise be undertones but together get me in the correct range. Subjectively I've felt more benefit from ag1 than a standard multivitamin supplement and it helped me simplify how many different vegetables I need to eat regularly.
but how? if you understand this review here most of the weight comes from spirulina, soy lecithin, apple powder, pea protein and inulin, how in the hell do 12 grams of that replace anything ?
Ive been taking AG1 for over a year now. Whenever i stop taking it for a while i feel like just a little less energetic, less get up and go. Im pretty active and have a high quality diet of organic meats, fruits and very low card, mostly steamed rice. Id highly recommended it AG1
Started ag1 about 2-3weeks ago. Taken first thing on an empty stomach. I find I don't feel the need for caffeine and been skipping the coffee, and I suffer from a nasty acne/ hair follicle issue on my legs, and that has dramatically improved. Dunno why, or what but it's worth the price of admission not to have large pustules on my legs. Great video.
Have been thinking about going back to taking AG1, as a vegetarian and athlete I did notice an overall energetic boost from taking this supplement for over a year and also felt there was a benefit to having the probiotics It is so costly though I’m on the fence 😅
Incredible insight. We appreciate your no shill expertise and science backed truth and facts. I listen to all those podcasts, I wanted to try AG1 but was skeptical especially at the price point. Glad I found this video and channel, and will share with others.
My partner and I have been taking AG1 for about 6 months now. Gut health issues run in my family and my partner is a teacher. We have both noticed health gains to the point that we both won't forego our daily dose even though my partner can't stand the texture. I can now even eat cheese like a regular person! I haven't been able to do that since I was a child. I was about to order my next batch when I came across your video. I appreciate the incite and perspective that you provide. My issue is that I don't have the time nor the interest to research and purchase all of the different products that I would need to replace AG1 correctly. Ideally there would be another product that mimics AG1 with correct effectual dosing that costs the same or less and is actually available in Australia where I live. Oh, I rather like the taste of AG1 and after trying an alternative I realised that taste is important to me too. If you've got any ideas then I'm open. In the meantime, I'm off to buy my next pack.
I'm glad it is working for you. There is some research on the benefits of probiotics for IBS, but "gut problems" can be a vague and grey area unless you specifically have been diagnosed with something. Other alternatives might be to look into prebiotic supplements such as fibres or trying to add more fruit and veg if possible. Alternatively, you can stick to AG1 if you feels it's helping. I am not trying to deter people who like it.
Great video.. definitely fell victim to their marketing campaign.. it’s lead me down a rabbit hole.. and found vibrant healths green vibrance and nuzest good green vitality. Both have been transparent in their dosing would love to to see a breakdown/ comparison with AG1
Great video. I'm just over 2 months in to taking AG1. I like it honestly because it replaced a handful of pills that I took every morning but had to take after eating. I take my AG1 very first thing on an empty stomach and then I'm done for the day. So I basically like it for the simplicity and it helps me stay consistent. Plus I actually enjoy the taste.
Thanks I'm just a 60 yo that light exercises several times a week. I have seen the ads even have a friend that uses it. I have always wondered if this is as good as they say. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for this. I’ve nearly subscribed at various points, primarily due to Huberman and Attiah’s recommendations, but was always put off by the cost (especially when I found out about the affiliate program/commission these guys get). Question though: would you recommend a multivitamin in general? I saw an interview with Tim Spector where he basically said all multivitamins are a big scam! Are there any that are made from natural, high quality ingredients, for example?
Better find a nutricionist ou doctor to check if you have which kind of vitamin/mineral deficiency, then supplement with optimal doses and retest the exams to see if it worked
I’d also add that an issue with some proprietary blends is the day-to-day reproducibility of the dose. Would be interesting to know whether each scoop contains a consistent blend of said ingredients(?) and what the error bar looks like for dosing more or less of each?
I love taking AG1. Seriously never felt better and even though I know I could alternatively eat more fresh vegetables but I have an extremely busy schedule, so I don' t always have time to always shop, prep veggie meals and don't even get me started on the dishes. I take it because it's convenient and makes me feel good. The price I think is justified on account time is money for me and it saves me time getting a lot of nutrients in my body fast and what I consider good quality.
This ^. I see a noticeable difference taking it. Boosts my energy and motivation in general.. I'm not sure what nutrients my body is missing in a normal diet but I eat fruits and veggies everyday.. although likely underdosed, but I still get atleast a cup or 2 on my worst days and alot more on others if I go heavy on spinach. AG1 still gives me a noticeable difference in energy and motivation
I don't think it's 100% placebo. He even said you can definitely still have a mild improvement into your health. I take a different daily greens on an empty stomach each morning and definitely notice a difference in my energy to when I don't take it. Even from the perspective of having a good guy microbiome, that will benefit from the introduction of a wide variety of ingredients.
Thank you, finally someone that is willing to get down and dirty into the actual data about this. I listen consume more than one podcast that promote AG1 and almost actually bought it, but your video has made me rethink this. Thanks for putting the hard work for the better of everyone else!
Thank you for this. I just did a little spreadsheet comparison with AG1 and the greens supplement I've been taking for quite sometime Green Vibrance from Vibrant Health. Green Vibrance lists the value for every single ingredient - there are no propreitary blends. S, I know pretty much what I'm getting per serving and that honesty is important and rare. Secondly, there are more strains (12 vesrus 2) of probiotics and the cost per serving is half of AG1. I'm not a scientific nutritionist, just a Pilates teacher trying to staying healthy. Love your summary.
Many thanks for an actual objective analysis of this product. You confirmed exactly what I thought it was- BASIC nutrition with a TON of marketing dollars and "influencers" thrown behind it. It's disappointing that Haberman and the other dude are selling their name for something so basic. It's basically FRAUD but you can't legally call it that.
Good video, but I have to take a stand here: I was also sceptical at first - it was a bit too much hype. Nevertheless, I was curious and tried it out. And before AG1, I tried a lot of other things. I have been taking AG1 for about half a year now and I can definitely say that AG1 makes a difference for me. I am calmer (could just be the high B vitamins?), definitely have more energy through the day and better digestion. I think to be able to make an accurate judgement, everyone should just try it themselves for 2 weeks.
You could also just get the same stuff for cheaper by eating better and or taking a multi-vitamin with some extras on the side. AG1 is very over priced.
I very much appreciate the deep dive here. Probiotics is a big red flag for me as a pharmacist. Since I'm also a patient with some GI concerns, I've done the deep dive on probiotics, and as you said, the short answer is that for healthy people, there's little to no evidence of benefit. Typically the sales pitch is to tell people that because they've got [x] symptom, it must mean their gut microbiota is out of whack and they need to buy some product to fix it. It's modern day snake oil sales. There are real benefits from probiotics, but those are specific cases. I think there's a lot more to that story left to be uncovered, but for the overwhelming majority of people, eat a healthy balanced diet instead of processed foods and if you're really concerned, eat a yogurt for breakfast in the mornings and see if that improves things.
I’m a long-standing nutritional fanatic because I believe every important decision I make is predicated upon it (physical or otherwise) and while I found this stuff to be weak af after one trial, and getting a refund, I think it’s an excellent place to start in general for the general audience demographics watching these podcasts who are looking for an on-ramp into a more comprehensive approach to body health - and as a former vitamin supplement specialist for consumer products I find it much more efficacious and trustworthy then the majority of what is available in tablet form. Lastly, as far as podcasters are concerned, Andrew Huberman has proven to be consistently rigorous in presenting public education that is both peer-reviewed and transparent and he has never indicated at any point in any public conversation that I’ve observed that he ventures outside of those parameters, and he claims when he promotes ag1 on his episodes that he’s taken it consistently both during and before the existence of his public education platform (not accounting for his time educating at Stanford medical school), which is why he supposedly feels confident in endorsing them from personal experience. Great info!
Ya, AG1 has been his main affiliate supplement since his podcast. Even if it is all a stunt, he's very consistent, which does make me believe it works for him.
What people often ignore is that even experts in a field are influenced by personal bias, logical fallacies, and cognitive dissonance. An expert who believes something works is much more likely to promote that thing, even if its actual benefits are minimal. And when that person reads research reports, they are more likely to apply positive interpretations to even marginally beneficial results, while at the same time discounting or ignoring results that are critical. That happens even without financial incentives affecting the expert's recommendations. In addition to the people you mentioned, I recently saw an interview of Dr. Peter Attia who mentioned AG first among supplements he takes. He did disclose that he is an investor in AG. In my experience Dr. Attia is usually reliable in basing his views on best available research. However, he mentioned none of the concerns about AG presented in this video. In fact, he stated that a glass of AG in the morning is equal in nutrition to a full day's consumption of vegetables. Based on the details shown in this video, it seems clear that Dr. Attia's statement about AG is not close to being correct.
@worldcitizenra to be fair nothing in this video compare it to a full day of eating veggies though. That's not what's being discussed. A full day veggies can cover many different scenarios and is a very imprecise term. And by no means will a full day of veggies necessarily cover all necessary micronutrients and fiber types etc. Since, you know, veggies are vastly different from each other. So a I believe Attia is not lying here,.it's just a relatively meaningless statement from him.
@@HansenFT - I did not say that this video compared AG to a full day of vegetables. My comment referenced a video I saw in which the interviewer asked Peter Attia his recommendation for nutritional supplements. The first one Attia mentioned was AG. He specifically said that he sometimes doesn't eat enough vegetables. So, he drinks AG every morning. In that way he is covered for vegetables for that day and if he eats vegetables later, those are just a bonus. My comment was related to nutritional influencers who over hype their recommendations.
Just came across your channel, Adam. Very impressed by how well you give science-backed reviews that get right to the point. So many "influencers" out there like Humerman probably know better but are more concerned about making money than people wasting their money.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:26 Who am I?
01:05 Breaking down the label
01:25 Probiotics in AG1
04:09 Proprietary blends
06:16 Chlorella and Spinach extract
06:35 Why do Big Podcasts push AG1
07:08 Financial incentives
Is there a similar supplement you would recommend?
@@isaacdeleon818 check out the video I made on AG1 alternative
Can u review Armra colostrum?
can someone please tell me why this is green? I once found a post showing it's ingredients where it shows it was colored green, but now it seems to be impossible to find. Anyone?
Thanks for the video. AG1 is a big "win" for the people. ❤🎉
I operate a simple rule.
If I see a company advertising heavily on the UA-cam content I consume regularly, I'm not interested.
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Haven’t heard a single male nutritionist talk about the importance of a vaginal birth and breastfeeding to start a healthy gut flora. Kudos! You’ve earned a subscription!
same!
I've heard of the importance of breast milk for a baby's health, but what is it about vaginal births that's better?
A vaginal birth "seeds" the gut with good bacteria when the baby travels through the birth canal. Then, the breastmilk creates a compounding effect. @@Chessmapling
Fascinating. Appreciate the response!@@AparnaJain1
does it come in pill form?
This video is incredibly well put together and backed by science. I'm glad you're not afraid to speak up about this and show people that they're getting basically an expensive multivitamin.
Thank you Tyler appreciate that man
@@AdamMc192another tyler, another +1
Thank you for the video, really informative. I've been curious about the real benefits of a product which costs so much that is being pushed by seemingly trusted source podcasters, such as Andrew Huberman. It feels like you gave a really balanced view of AG1.
That’s pretty much what I figured what they were lol
what did you think it was?
This confirms my suspicions. I’m so glad I held out. They “almost” had me but I decided to look further into it before making such a huge commitment. Thanks for sharing. *sidenote: it’s insane how much these guys are making off this. Marketing doesn’t equal quality though.
I flubbed I pushed order then did research 🥴
its crazy how powerful marketing can be.Esp when its from people that seem trustworthy like Huberman/Chris/Joe
Sounds like an armchair quarterback.
They can make anything popular if they throw enough money at it. Doesn't make it a good product.
I could have written this. "They" almost got me too but I have a serious reaction to inulin so bowed out. Glad I did.
Finally! A detailed analysis of AG1. Thank you! I took AG1 for about a year before my skepticism took over. I just couldn't get over the fact that the amounts of the ingredients were not listed. And when I learned how much of the cost is really just going to social media influencers, I quit. This video validates that I made a good decision.
Thank you for the comment
you were suckered by an obvious scam for a year and you're proud of that like you want cookie points? How old are you dude? If you're a day over 16 then wtf are you doing?
as a rule of thumb, if ANY company that provides a physical product (meaning besides software stuff) can afford to advertise with content creators...it's most likely complete shit, cheap to produce and lacking in warranty. You can't otherwise spend these crazy amounts of money on advertising $10-$100 products. You'd have to sell way too many to cover the cost, even with a 40% markup. I'd beet the markup is way higher simply cause of how dirt cheap these things are to mass produce.
Same. I’m still taking it but now I’m trying to find something else. What do you use?
@@mrimmabreakitdownI’m not being a smart ass here, but you could eat vegetables! I bought this stuff once and realized I was thinking this covers me for not eating vegetables. It’s expensive and now I spend that money on actual vegetables and feel pretty wonderful.
An actaual review that isn't an affilate or and affiliate for a competitor. You've earned my subscribership. We need more channels like this.
There was still an ad at the end, though. For his coaching program.
Hi Adam! AG1 has really stepped up their marketing campaign recently so great timing on this video because i was starting to wonder what this is all about.
thanks for the comment!
I have been looking for an honest and knowledgeable review on AG for 2 years. So glad I have not purchased. No magic pill. It always comes back to just eating whole, healthy foods. Thank you so much for this!
i was about to buy this product with hubermans link but i wanted to do some research and ur video was the 2nd and will be the last one I watch, i love how you broke down the ingredient list and made solid educated guesses on the remaining ingredients dosage and their minimum effective dosage, im in the process of making a health / fitness / sports / performance youtube channel and this video is very inspiring on how I want to craft my content and deliver value to my potential audience, thanks a bunch adam
Thanks for your comment. Very best of luck with your channel. I hope it goes well for you and you enjoy the process.
The fact you go into each ingredient and specifically dosage!! Key man. Thanks for your content
Thank you for the breakdown! This needs to be the most watched video for AG1.
And ty for the comments you left, i dont gotta watch a whole video to find the answer to my question: is it worth it? Absolutely not 😂
Thanks for doing this. This AG1 ad has been crammed down my throat lately.
very interesting, great vid. as with most of these social media-focused supplements, i’ve been simultaneously intrigued by AG1’s benefits and concerned by the language in their ad-reads (of which there are, like you said, so many). i’m all for people spending their money on something if they think it’s improving their health, but a lot of the time being healthy is not as simple as taking some magic powder that your favorite podcast is selling you.
I agree with you
This was fantastic, thank you so much. I was a paying AG1 customer for 5+ years and recently stopped because the cost just seemed unnecessary. I really miss drinking it, but this video made me realize I could just have a green juice in the morning to get that same placebo effect, since I take vitamins and supplements throughout the day.
I read and saw videos saying that having fruit and veggies drinks alot aren't really that good for you
Not me I can notice the days I don’t take it
Great coverage on this topic. I used AG1 for about 7 months and it seemed to help me quite a bit, at that time I had a pretty poor diet and was generally lazy with eating. Probably any good multi-vitamin would have been beneficial but I choose that one and don't have any regrets. While taking it and having generally positive results I did some supplemental reading on nutrients and general nutrition and eventually stopped taking AG1 earlier this year when I finally got more motivated to eat better and not be a slug.
great to hear you're eating better, that is always going to serve you well, especially with the higher amount of fibre. Thank you for your input it is much appreciated :)
So we were lucky to find you since most of the people taking AG1 are healthy 😅
I think if you’re the sort of person who’s prepared to spend a grand annually for a greens drink you’re probably someone who already has a pretty high base level of health and fitness to begin with, in those cases I would argue that the difference you’d see from taking AG1 would be negligible, I’d rather use that grand a year for quality food and a gym membership, you can buy greens drinks at a quarter of the price if you still want to go down that road.
@@kiely4561Good point. I'm slightly less ignorant then I was back then so have better idea what to look for at the store, and there are a lot that are cheaper. 😄
@@kiely4561I’m someone else who AG1 has helped significantly. My diet is ok. But I’ve gone months without eating a single fruit or vegetable. People always say “just eat a balanced diet,” but that’s the hardest thing to do when you’re too busy working to shop, cook, clean, plan.
You ARE the truth. Thanks for not selling out, Sir.
I get blood work done at least once a year and can tell you my best blood results ive ever had were after taking ag1 for 4 or 5 months. Used to take a multivitamin and switched to ag1.
Glad to hear that, what specifically improved if you don't mind me asking?
Interesting, I’m curious to know as well
Thank you for the video!! I have used AG1 for more than a year to help me with some digestive problems. However after self reflecting, I think my cure was adding more fiber back into my diet and realizing I was partially lactose intolerant in the last few years as Im growing older (59). I recently suspended my subscription to AG1 as I'm reevaluating my monthly spending as my son is starting college. This video answers the real questions I had about AG1!! Thank you!
Have you had problems getting your subscription cancelled or money back?
@@Laura-tp8wz I actually completely cancelled it now... my digestion and such is still good and I see no change except I don't have to try to down the shake in the car on the way to work or spend 100 bucks. I paused my subscription and then cancelled two weeks later very easily on the site. no refund was requested.. if I need a probiotic Ill buy something else or use what I have left.
To fix digestive problems, REMOVE all fiber from your diet...I GUARANTEE it will work...
My suspicions regarding the dosage are confirmed and much worse than I thought. Thanks for the thorough breakdown
Bold to assume all the fibre is accounted in the inulin. Not to mention most of those below it are not needed at high dosage.
I have taken quality multis with a balanced diet for years and still noticed a significant benefit when taking AG1
The 2g of fibre would include the inulin. So it’s likely 2g or less
I started taking AG1 2 years ago. I spent the first month spraying the bowl every day but since then its been all teflon. I never have any problems with feeling low on energy in the mornings (I work in construction). Ive also lost weight but thats from adjusting diet and exercise habits tòo.
You've made a great video here with some good info. I'm thinking I might take a break from AG1 for a few months and see if things change
Please update if you can, Id be interested in seeing how that works out for you
How did quitting go for you? I received my first batch of AG1 today and I’m kind of using this month as a trial period before I decide to go full steam ahead with the monthly subscriptions.
I started taking AG1, I noticed improvement within a week. Overall energy levels have boosted, no longer need my morning coffee. I would also say I have less brain fog and noticed improvement on memory and sharpness with day to day tasks.
I would say I was nutrient deficient with only eating eggs in the morning and whatever is at home at night and going to bed on that for months. I feel like it’s helped with my deficiency in vitamins/nutrition
There is some research to show the benefit of fruit and vegetable concentrates on deficiencies
I'm taking it for about 1 year, and just last week I decided to Pause my subscription to see if I notice any difference in daily energy/mood and overall health without AG1... I'll do a few months brake and then decide if it's worth taking it daily. Thank you for the great analysis.
Let me know how you feel, I’d be interested
Just recently started taking AG1 and interested to see if you have felt any difference after you stopped taking it. Do you still consider AG1 worth it?
Starting today, commenting for update
@@villeda009 let us know !
Update?
Here are the key takeaways from the video on Athletic Greens (AG1):
1. AG1 is a popular health supplement heavily promoted by many podcasters and influencers.
2. The video creator, Adam McDonald, is a performance nutritionist who analyzed AG1's ingredients and dosages based on scientific evidence.
3. AG1 contains a good range of vitamins and minerals, making it a decent multivitamin substitute.
4. The probiotic content in AG1 is highlighted as a selling point, but the effectiveness of probiotics in healthy individuals is questionable according to current research.
5. Prebiotics (fiber from fruits and vegetables) are considered more beneficial for gut health than probiotic supplements.
6. AG1 uses a proprietary blend, which makes it difficult to determine the exact quantities of each ingredient.
7. Based on the FDA labeling rules and the order of ingredients listed, many of the supplements in AG1 are likely underdosed and may not provide significant benefits.
8. The video suggests that the effectiveness of many ingredients in AG1 for healthy individuals is limited, even at proper dosages.
9. The creator speculates that the popularity of AG1 among podcasters might be due to lack of nutrition expertise and financial incentives (30% commission for affiliates).
10. While AG1 is probably not harmful, its benefits may be neutral to very modest, and the claims made by the company are considered unsubstantiated by the video creator.
11. The video suggests that consumers should be clear about their health goals and how to measure progress when starting any new health, fitness, or supplement regimen.
12. The creator advises viewers to be cautious of "silly games" in health and fitness, implying that AG1 might not be the solution to all health problems as it's sometimes portrayed.
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Great video Adam. I have even been tempted to purchase it a few times, but then looked at the ingredients and felt it looks like some overpriced Spirulina with a very small amount of pro/prebiotics.
Just eat some yogurt ffs
Exactly THIS 😊!
I've been taking AG1 for months now, I exercise daily for more than 15 years, I have seen not a single noticeable improvement so I recently got my yearly blood analysis. They are actually slightly worse than my previous ones and will under no circumstances renew my AG1 subscription.
It's OK...
You helped make him richer.
Seriously what kind of person falls fir this rubbish.
The world has produced top altheletes for 100 years without this nonsense.
Having a pretty healthy and diverse diet, I tried AG1 for two months and I didn't see any benefits at all. My biggest concern was actually that I started AG1 before it was so popular and after seeing it flooding all my social media advertisements space including youtube videos, podcasts, etc, I thought "Oh this company has a loooot of budget in marketing and advertising" and this became a red flag to me. When something is too good to be true, and very expensive, you have think twice about it. It's not a bad product, it's just a very well marketed useless product in my opinion.
My personal experience is: spending 200$ for nothing.
Have you used the money back guarantee?
@@martinstedtler What do you mean? I could have get refunded because not being 'satisfied' ?
yes, they are advertising this money back thing really strong.@@sigmastodon
You can’t take a supplement for a few months and expect it to make you feel better. I’ve been taking it for 1 year now. I don’t feel any different or better. I just like the fact that I am getting more nutrients than I am able to. No supplement is a magic pill. The word is “supplement”. It supports your body.
@@aristotlekumpis7095 I definitely don't agree with what you just said. Of course you should feel the difference after a few months. I feel the difference in my sleep if I stop drinking. I feel the difference in my focus if I start eating too much carbs. My digestive system is out of schedule if I don't have enough fibers. You supplement because you're in lack of something. My food is enough for my body, therefore supplementing is just a waste of money and trying AG1 confirmed that. I also think there are many other ways taking supplements help people: placebo, having a routine, thinking about health issues. These are important concern and if it fits your lifestyle and you're happy with the product, great! I just felt like I was giving money to a marketing machine without any benefits.
Best breakdown on AG1, I've seen. Very assiduous and detailed analysis. Thank you for clearing the cobwebs on a product shrouded in hype.
Wow i didnt expect your video to be so informative and well done which isnt often the case with smaller channels. Too bad you only have so few subscribers this video deserves more views!
Thank you I appreciate it. I’ll continue to try provide high quality content and hopefully that’s followed by growth
Thank you for this analysis -- however it would be very useful if you had a suggested better option to AG1. thanks.
Unfortunately, there is not really a "better" option. Greens powders in general are not a good replacement for fruits and vegetables and have never shown to be. There's another video I made that speaks about your alternative options.
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Thank you for this breakdown! This is the thoroughness we need when breaking down the ingredients in these supplements! I've been on the fence about AG for multiple months and was almost convinced to buy it from multiple podcasts. But after this analysis, it's a clear choice to find better benefits from including specific foods more into my diet. Also, I like the emphasis that every individual will vary in needs.
thanks for this. Just drank the first one today and was ill for a few hours. Never happened before. It seemed common. They were nice to refund me right away before I even asked, when I told them what happened. I’m back to only Huels, vitamins and regular food. Which always make me feel great. The taste was also horrible. I hope they improve their product and get more transparent about their formulas and side effects.
Fantastic video! So well made and easy to understand. Was close to purchasing some (without doing much research) but will now reassess my options.
Thanks for your comment
Excellent piece thank you. FYI - a semantics mistake - @7:30 I think the statistic is 0.1%, not .001% to sum to $30k per episode, assuming the commission is only paid on the first month sale ( you could add a text correction graphic )Cheers and keep up the good work
Yeah you're right, bad maths! thanks for the comment
Came to the comments to mention the same thing. That the commission at that estimation would only be $300 vs $30,000. Big difference.
This is a very informative and great video. I have been taking AG1 since my second child was born approx. a year ago. I will say I have noticed a difference. I have only gotten sick once and that was when my entire family had the very bad stomach bug and I didn't take it for 2 days straight. I also often swim a mile and play soccer and I can say that since taking it my recovery time has come down. I am in my mid 30s now and recovery times going down are noticeable. Having said all that, I do eat healthy and occasionally very unhealthy, but I was not taking any form of daily multivitamin before taking AG1. So that could explain the massive boost I have seen since taking it. AG1 is quite expensive but it is working great for me. I also work a job that requires me to get up at 4:30 am everyday and I am not always good at going to bed on time and have 2 children under 3. AG1 also helps a ton with my early morning energy levels on sub optimal sleep. My advice, do what works best for you.
Yea that could explain a bit based on research that will be outlined in an upcoming video!
Thank you! This is very helpful. Also, when you’re ready, I think you’ll find many of those dudes you mentioned make all kinds of unsubstantiated (or inadequately supported) claims that get them a lot of engagement which as you know translates into big sponsorship and monetization benefits.
Thanks for this awesome video! Towards the end you ask the question 'what are the alternatives for AG1', but do not actually list any. Would you have any recommendations for daily greens that would actually have a significant impact on health?
Thanks!
That's a very good point. I only realised that after watching back.
So here is my thought process>
1) What am I trying to improve with my health? Am I trying to target a specific thing/marker?
2)Am I just trying to provide overall gut health and longevity?
3)Are there specific ingredients in AG1 that I want to look at taking/that I have heard are good for my health?
Most people aren't going to be trying to improve a specific health marker.
2 of the major benefits of fruit + veg is the fibre and potassium.
So I personally would take a fiber supplement (if you don't eat enough fruit and veg) as there's little fibre in AG1 and I would eat 1 piece of fruit (talking about the minimum viable option here). One banana has 50% more potassium in it than one serving of AG1.
I would also get a multivitamin (www.labdoor.com for 3rd party company that tests supplements and choose one of those).
Those would be the absolute minimum.
You might then look at some of the adaptogens like Ashwagandha that's in AG1 and say I want to try an effective dose of that.
Ultimately it's going to be hard to replace eating fruits and vegetables and it's not easy to consume more. I do try to help clients find fruit and veg they like, that are easy to prepare or no prep at all, that are affordable and that are less perishable (frozen for example). Then I try help them find ways that are frictionless to implement those into their day to day and over time add more if feasible. That would be the best way to feel your best and strive for optimal health.. but it's not as easy as drinking a powder.
8:44 I’m became skeptical when the offer free Vit D. What else needs to be supplemented? Magnesium? Vit K2?
Good work. It seems that greens powders in general are the latest miracle supplement being foisted on the public. What I'd like to know is if AG1 has any advantage over much cheaper greens powders as they all seem to have very similar ingredients in similar amounts?
Awesome video mate. You had me from the opening “I just can’t seem to get away from ads for AG…..” because that is me 100%. Even my favourite golf podcast is plugging it.
I’m surprised at Huberman though. I generally find him trustworthy and to have integrity, and to be very science and data based in terms of his podcast subject matter so it’s weird to me that he is plugging something like this.
I was taking AG1 for a while after Hubermans recommendation. I think that I wanted it to work more than it actually worked. I also over time realized that cheap green powders had a very similar effect at a fraction of the cost. So I stopped and now focus on effective doses of cheaper and more concentrated supplements, for example wheat grass powder. Great analysis.
Thank you for your insight and experience
Huberman's really shameful. You could defend people like Rogan or fitness influencers as just being naive, but Huberman is knowledgeable enough to know he's just grifting for cash.
I use AG1 everyday and it fixed a bunch of problems I was having especially with digestion.
About 5 years ago I tried AG1, and didn’t feel any effect. A year ago I was looking for an alternative to the many many vitamins I was taking monthly. I was convinced to try them again when it said all vitamins and pre/probiotics were included. While your claims may be correct. I noticed a gigantic change in how I felt taking them this time around. I look forward to taking it every day and feel lucky to have a product I like so much.
Thanks for sharing!
I'd love to hear what a gastroenterologist would say about the ability to digest or process the ingredients. I personally got extremely elevated liver enzymes after taking it that went away when i stopped ag1. I can't positively correlate but I'm healthy otherwise and do not drink regularly.
i got aLT And AST last 2 blood tests- since takiing AG1 if i remember ill post my results one week off of it. - never drank alcohol in my life- ive probably got fatty liver- going for some imaging! ultrasound - as its not very invasive
This was super helpful. It is so incredibly hard to know what to believe in the nutrition space. There are some voices I trust, a couple of which you mentioned, but as soon as sponsorship is involved, even trusted names become lesss trust worthy for obvious reasons. $30k per episode is very good reason to not ask too many questions. Thanks for this. Subscribed and will be following and sharing.
Glad it was helpful!
I tried AG for two months. I gained 2kg in weight. My blood sugar levels increased. My ‘vascular fitness level’ decreased as determined by an increase in my PWV metric. I did not feel any gain in energy, stamina, mental sharpness nor any of the other benefits mentioned. Since stopping AG my PWV metric has returned to the level prior to starting AG, as has my blood sugar level. I have not lost the weight I gained. Only my personal experiences but I certainly won’t be using AG again.
Wow - glad I came across your video. Very informative and well put together. Nicely done. I’ve always been skeptical of AG1, because of the over-marketing of it everywhere you look! Thanks for taking the time to put this video together.
Thank you for taking the time to create this video and educate us. ❤️
What a thoughtful and helpful video. You make such important points and have laid it so clearly, clarifying things I have been trying to wrap my head around. Thank you for putting this all together!
Thank you 🙏🏻 Your intelligence, honesty and clear delivery of info is such a breath of fresh air.
Informative video regarding the dosages. Definitely good points and things to keep in mind when buying supplements in general! I've been taking athletic greens for the past 4-5 months and I think it's made a positive change in my mood and energy levels. I train several times a week in the weight room for strength competitions, so sleep and nutrition are my top priorities. I already eat a diverse diet, but sometimes I don't hit my fruit/veggie goals for the day and this helps. I'd rather take this than a multivitamin because I feel this is more bioavailable.
Thank you! Excellent, clear and simple delivery of really important messages. Especially the maths on the financial incentives around 7m30s. Can extrapolate that to so many wonder products. Its a shame that these really high profile podcasters are not more honest about these supplements being a very expensive alternative to the simple and cheap foundation of a good diet.
Thank you. As mentioned I do think that a lot of them believe it’s a good product. They do also need to build an income some how and usually that’s via sponsorship
@@AdamMc192 The math is wrong though. 0.001% of 1m listeners is 10 listeners. The commission would be 30, not 30k.
@@philipphagspiel8676your math is very wrong
@@philipphagspiel8676What kind of crackpot math is that?
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with humanity, but a special thank you for sharing, the not so favorable opinions on AG1. I'm a recent client of AG1 and will now scrutinize deeper to see if I can get something better for less expense. I appreciate your help for spiking my awareness on AG1......
Finally a nutritionist that walks the talk as a bodybuilder and no bias opinion thank you for this!
Appreciate it
No one is 100% objective.
It’s good to add in your overall diet and greens, i used wheatgrass adding in my mix green(random leaves)shakes, adding some olive oil and pink salt.
I took Jocko Greens for a few months as a cheaper alternative to AG1. Something just didn’t sit right but I do give his product credit for listing the actual amounts of the ingredients. But I decided to just start blending fresh greens into my smoothies myself and noticed I felt and performed much better. Really great info in this video that can be applied to a lot of supplements and powders in today’s over saturated market.
Fresh greens are rabbit food. That shit is full of crap. The good stuff herbivores turn into meat for us.
Thats what I try to do in my smoothies. Ive been thinking some green supplement could be a good idea but this video does give me pause.
We, the wife and I, take AG1, mostly as a multi vitamin since she has a very hard time with eating pills. Would be very interested in usable alternatives available in Europe. Would be a great help, cheers from Denmark.
Well reasoned breakdown. I've being taking it for maybe 6 months and it's only anecdotal but I've noticed a significant improvement in all sorts of ways. I'll continue to use it for sure.
Man, I’m so glad to have come across this video. Well done. Thanks for the honest breakdown.
Nice, very well broken down. Always suspected this of AG1, I'm sure people have felt better from it but essentially a healthy diet (I know that is up to debate in many circles too) and potentially a little vitamin/mineral supplementation to cover any potential deficiencies is more than adequate.
First time watchinf a video of yours and now subscribed, all the best.
Thank you for the sub!
great breakdown. I was curious about the efficacy of greens powder, and specifically this one since I hear about it everywhere.
I agree with you. I got interested in powdered greens a couple of years ago, bought a 2 month supply. (1 large container for 70-something US dollars) Then I did a breakdown on each ingredient and the nutritional benefits. I ordered all my own powders in bulk and started making my own. I don't take soya lechithin, or any other product with the letters "soy" in them. I mix the powder in my morning smoothie, 5 grams a day, plus take another 14 grams of other home made vegetable powders per day, for knee and joint problems. (I'm 63)
I noticed the ingredient label in the video used a bunch of fancy, long names instead of the common simpler names. lol Helps make the purchaser feel smarter.
Did that save you money? I feel like that might be actually more expensive?
@@WarHammer1989 It's more money up front, but a pound of powder lasts up to 8 months, depending on how I mix it. Just takes time to mix every couple of months. I make several different kinds.
You're paranoid for not talking anything with 'Soy" on it though. There are no phytoestrogens in lecithin (not that it would be harmfull it i were), whether from Soy or any other source. Lecithin is just choline and inositol. "Dangers" of soy is BS anyways, according to real scientist. But that's a different issue, and I'm not a vegan or anyone who makes an effort to get soy by any means.
Where did you purchased all the powder from to make your own drink ??
@@dushyantbhatt9345 Herbco has a huge selection. Shipping can be pricey though.
I had considered AG1 it but thanks to your research, I can put my money to better use. Thank you, sir-very well reasoned and laid out clearly.
People fall for niche supplements like AG1 thinking it can be the shortcut for being healthier. But the bread n butter will always be #1) eating a healthy diet #2) sleep better #3) work out
Fantastic review. I was working on a video because I had the identical concerns - now I don't need to!
When choosing supplementation it's important to put a product in the context of your entire protocol and diet. Suplements dont fix poor diet. I take more than ag1 between pre-workout/neuro- stimulants etc that includes common ingredients to ag1 that would otherwise be undertones but together get me in the correct range. Subjectively I've felt more benefit from ag1 than a standard multivitamin supplement and it helped me simplify how many different vegetables I need to eat regularly.
but how? if you understand this review here most of the weight comes from spirulina, soy lecithin, apple powder, pea protein and inulin, how in the hell do 12 grams of that replace anything ?
I’m so happy to see this video! It’s a skill to read and understand ingredient lists these days.
Glad it was helpful! appreciate the comment
Ive been taking AG1 for over a year now. Whenever i stop taking it for a while i feel like just a little less energetic, less get up and go. Im pretty active and have a high quality diet of organic meats, fruits and very low card, mostly steamed rice. Id highly recommended it AG1
Started ag1 about 2-3weeks ago. Taken first thing on an empty stomach. I find I don't feel the need for caffeine and been skipping the coffee, and I suffer from a nasty acne/ hair follicle issue on my legs, and that has dramatically improved. Dunno why, or what but it's worth the price of admission not to have large pustules on my legs. Great video.
Have been thinking about going back to taking AG1, as a vegetarian and athlete I did notice an overall energetic boost from taking this supplement for over a year and also felt there was a benefit to having the probiotics
It is so costly though I’m on the fence 😅
I personally really noticed a difference. I could look down and see my toes without sucking in my belly! But I'm still on the fence.
Incredible insight. We appreciate your no shill expertise and science backed truth and facts. I listen to all those podcasts, I wanted to try AG1 but was skeptical especially at the price point. Glad I found this video and channel, and will share with others.
My partner and I have been taking AG1 for about 6 months now. Gut health issues run in my family and my partner is a teacher. We have both noticed health gains to the point that we both won't forego our daily dose even though my partner can't stand the texture. I can now even eat cheese like a regular person! I haven't been able to do that since I was a child.
I was about to order my next batch when I came across your video. I appreciate the incite and perspective that you provide. My issue is that I don't have the time nor the interest to research and purchase all of the different products that I would need to replace AG1 correctly. Ideally there would be another product that mimics AG1 with correct effectual dosing that costs the same or less and is actually available in Australia where I live. Oh, I rather like the taste of AG1 and after trying an alternative I realised that taste is important to me too.
If you've got any ideas then I'm open. In the meantime, I'm off to buy my next pack.
I'm glad it is working for you. There is some research on the benefits of probiotics for IBS, but "gut problems" can be a vague and grey area unless you specifically have been diagnosed with something. Other alternatives might be to look into prebiotic supplements such as fibres or trying to add more fruit and veg if possible. Alternatively, you can stick to AG1 if you feels it's helping. I am not trying to deter people who like it.
I’m in the same camp I hate fruits and only eat certain veggies . I take it on an empty stomach every morning with a fibre supplement
I’ve been taking it for a little over a year now, and absolutely love it and noticed the days I don’t take it
Great video.. definitely fell victim to their marketing campaign.. it’s lead me down a rabbit hole.. and found vibrant healths green vibrance and nuzest good green vitality. Both have been transparent in their dosing would love to to see a breakdown/ comparison with AG1
I’ve never heard of it but will look into it
Thanks for sharing your research. Need more people like you help us consumers make more educated purchases.
thank you for the kind words!
Great video. I'm just over 2 months in to taking AG1. I like it honestly because it replaced a handful of pills that I took every morning but had to take after eating. I take my AG1 very first thing on an empty stomach and then I'm done for the day. So I basically like it for the simplicity and it helps me stay consistent. Plus I actually enjoy the taste.
Yeah but you are getting scammed
Thanks I'm just a 60 yo that light exercises several times a week. I have seen the ads even have a friend that uses it. I have always wondered if this is as good as they say. Thanks for the video.
Keep it up
Thanks for this.
I’ve nearly subscribed at various points, primarily due to Huberman and Attiah’s recommendations, but was always put off by the cost (especially when I found out about the affiliate program/commission these guys get).
Question though: would you recommend a multivitamin in general? I saw an interview with Tim Spector where he basically said all multivitamins are a big scam! Are there any that are made from natural, high quality ingredients, for example?
Better find a nutricionist ou doctor to check if you have which kind of vitamin/mineral deficiency, then supplement with optimal doses and retest the exams to see if it worked
Thanks for this , I knew instinctively that I smelt a rat with AG 1, and you’ve just proved me right. You now have a new subscriber 👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks for the sub
I’d also add that an issue with some proprietary blends is the day-to-day reproducibility of the dose. Would be interesting to know whether each scoop contains a consistent blend of said ingredients(?) and what the error bar looks like for dosing more or less of each?
Thank you for pointing this out! You saved me a lot of dollars!
I love taking AG1. Seriously never felt better and even though I know I could alternatively eat more fresh vegetables but I have an extremely busy schedule, so I don' t always have time to always shop, prep veggie meals and don't even get me started on the dishes. I take it because it's convenient and makes me feel good. The price I think is justified on account time is money for me and it saves me time getting a lot of nutrients in my body fast and what I consider good quality.
This ^. I see a noticeable difference taking it. Boosts my energy and motivation in general.. I'm not sure what nutrients my body is missing in a normal diet but I eat fruits and veggies everyday.. although likely underdosed, but I still get atleast a cup or 2 on my worst days and alot more on others if I go heavy on spinach. AG1 still gives me a noticeable difference in energy and motivation
Placebo
100% placebo.
I don't think it's 100% placebo. He even said you can definitely still have a mild improvement into your health. I take a different daily greens on an empty stomach each morning and definitely notice a difference in my energy to when I don't take it. Even from the perspective of having a good guy microbiome, that will benefit from the introduction of a wide variety of ingredients.
Thank you so much! I was contemplating buying it (and I live in Europe!) but I will stick to other supplements that I can buy locally.
AG1 is awesome. Felt it within first week. 7 months strong on it.
Likely a placebo effect
Thank you, finally someone that is willing to get down and dirty into the actual data about this. I listen consume more than one podcast that promote AG1 and almost actually bought it, but your video has made me rethink this. Thanks for putting the hard work for the better of everyone else!
Glad it was helpful!
The price tag on this is Insane for what it is, and I’m pretty sure they pump a lot of money into peoples pockets to push it
I looked into it once and the price was bonkers! Sod that. Glad I gave it a swerve. This was a fantastic video, thank you
Appreciate the comment mate
I used AG1 for a couple years. I had better bowel movements but I did stop using it as it seemed waaaaay overpriced. Great video Adam. Subscribed.
Appreciate the sub
Thank you for this. I just did a little spreadsheet comparison with AG1 and the greens supplement I've been taking for quite sometime Green Vibrance from Vibrant Health. Green Vibrance lists the value for every single ingredient - there are no propreitary blends. S, I know pretty much what I'm getting per serving and that honesty is important and rare. Secondly, there are more strains (12 vesrus 2) of probiotics and the cost per serving is half of AG1. I'm not a scientific nutritionist, just a Pilates teacher trying to staying healthy. Love your summary.
Many thanks for an actual objective analysis of this product. You confirmed exactly what I thought it was- BASIC nutrition with a TON of marketing dollars and "influencers" thrown behind it. It's disappointing that Haberman and the other dude are selling their name for something so basic. It's basically FRAUD but you can't legally call it that.
Good that you shine a light on the "value" or lack of it your getting with AG1, maybe they'll change the formula.
Good video, but I have to take a stand here: I was also sceptical at first - it was a bit too much hype. Nevertheless, I was curious and tried it out. And before AG1, I tried a lot of other things. I have been taking AG1 for about half a year now and I can definitely say that AG1 makes a difference for me. I am calmer (could just be the high B vitamins?), definitely have more energy through the day and better digestion. I think to be able to make an accurate judgement, everyone should just try it themselves for 2 weeks.
You could also just get the same stuff for cheaper by eating better and or taking a multi-vitamin with some extras on the side. AG1 is very over priced.
Thank you so much for this!!!! Someone needed to say this! I’ve been dooped in to buying but couldn’t understand the hype.
I very much appreciate the deep dive here. Probiotics is a big red flag for me as a pharmacist. Since I'm also a patient with some GI concerns, I've done the deep dive on probiotics, and as you said, the short answer is that for healthy people, there's little to no evidence of benefit. Typically the sales pitch is to tell people that because they've got [x] symptom, it must mean their gut microbiota is out of whack and they need to buy some product to fix it. It's modern day snake oil sales. There are real benefits from probiotics, but those are specific cases. I think there's a lot more to that story left to be uncovered, but for the overwhelming majority of people, eat a healthy balanced diet instead of processed foods and if you're really concerned, eat a yogurt for breakfast in the mornings and see if that improves things.
Absolutely brilliant info from someone with actual credentials to back up his opinion, good effort !
Thank you
I’m a long-standing nutritional fanatic because I believe every important decision I make is predicated upon it (physical or otherwise) and while I found this stuff to be weak af after one trial, and getting a refund, I think it’s an excellent place to start in general for the general audience demographics watching these podcasts who are looking for an on-ramp into a more comprehensive approach to body health - and as a former vitamin supplement specialist for consumer products I find it much more efficacious and trustworthy then the majority of what is available in tablet form.
Lastly, as far as podcasters are concerned, Andrew Huberman has proven to be consistently rigorous in presenting public education that is both peer-reviewed and transparent and he has never indicated at any point in any public conversation that I’ve observed that he ventures outside of those parameters, and he claims when he promotes ag1 on his episodes that he’s taken it consistently both during and before the existence of his public education platform (not accounting for his time educating at Stanford medical school), which is why he supposedly feels confident in endorsing them from personal experience.
Great info!
Ya, AG1 has been his main affiliate supplement since his podcast. Even if it is all a stunt, he's very consistent, which does make me believe it works for him.
What people often ignore is that even experts in a field are influenced by personal bias, logical fallacies, and cognitive dissonance. An expert who believes something works is much more likely to promote that thing, even if its actual benefits are minimal. And when that person reads research reports, they are more likely to apply positive interpretations to even marginally beneficial results, while at the same time discounting or ignoring results that are critical. That happens even without financial incentives affecting the expert's recommendations.
In addition to the people you mentioned, I recently saw an interview of Dr. Peter Attia who mentioned AG first among supplements he takes. He did disclose that he is an investor in AG. In my experience Dr. Attia is usually reliable in basing his views on best available research. However, he mentioned none of the concerns about AG presented in this video. In fact, he stated that a glass of AG in the morning is equal in nutrition to a full day's consumption of vegetables. Based on the details shown in this video, it seems clear that Dr. Attia's statement about AG is not close to being correct.
@@worldcitizenra Very well put.
@worldcitizenra to be fair nothing in this video compare it to a full day of eating veggies though. That's not what's being discussed. A full day veggies can cover many different scenarios and is a very imprecise term. And by no means will a full day of veggies necessarily cover all necessary micronutrients and fiber types etc. Since, you know, veggies are vastly different from each other. So a I believe Attia is not lying here,.it's just a relatively meaningless statement from him.
@@HansenFT - I did not say that this video compared AG to a full day of vegetables.
My comment referenced a video I saw in which the interviewer asked Peter Attia his recommendation for nutritional supplements. The first one Attia mentioned was AG. He specifically said that he sometimes doesn't eat enough vegetables. So, he drinks AG every morning. In that way he is covered for vegetables for that day and if he eats vegetables later, those are just a bonus. My comment was related to nutritional influencers who over hype their recommendations.
LMNT is overhyped like AG1
Just came across your channel, Adam. Very impressed by how well you give science-backed reviews that get right to the point. So many "influencers" out there like Humerman probably know better but are more concerned about making money than people wasting their money.
Thanks for the comment, appreciate it!
Ribeye, medium rare is my favorite supplement.