Key Takeaways:
- WelleCo Super Elixir is a vegan, gluten-free daily greens powder.
- Promotes gut health, healthy skin, and overall well-being.
- Made with high-quality, plant-based ingredients.
- Convenient and easy to incorporate into daily routines.
- Price may be a consideration for some users.
- Results can vary based on individual health and consistency.
Greens powders have been around for a while now, are very popular amongst the health-conscious, and are continually growing in interest and demand. A brand worth noting is WelleCo, owned by Aussie supermodel Elle Mcpherson. Her Super Elixir™ has won multiple industry awards and is flying off the shelves in Australia
As big green users, we thought we'd put this new greens powder to the test and see if the Super Elixir™ is worth it. Our answer....in short, is "YES"! When you consider the quality of ingredients and unique formulation, the taste and price we think it's well worth it if you want a complete and well-rounded daily supplement to help you achieve your daily nutritional needs along with helping your digestion, immune health and for us, improve our energy levels!
Keep reading, to see how we break down the ingredients list, tastes, price and what we like AND don't like about Super Elixir™.
Let's GO!
WelleCo The Super Elixir Ingredients
Here's what stands out to me about The Super Elixir™ when it comes to daily greens powders. This product is more than just a super greens where you have your standard whole food "greens" ingredients like spirulina, spinach, chlorella etc. The Super Elixir™ has those essential whole foods, vitamins & minerals, as well as probiotics, herbal extracts and mushroom extracts.
What makes this product unique IMO is the different ingredients in the formulation compared to others on the market, which leans towards women's needs. Ingredients like linseed meal powder, kelp, maitake and dandelion are really nourishing and supportive of a woman's daily nutritional intake. That's not to say men can't take this but seeing Elle Macpherson had this product developed and formulated for her is a big indicator of its benefits towards women's health.
Sometimes for me, taking the same product day in and day out can get boring, WelleCo has thought about this and has developed 5 flavours to keep things interesting. The OG is the Super Elixir™ Pineapple & Lime, Super Elixir™ Blood Orange, Super Elixir™ Lemon and Ginger, Super Elixir™ Unflavoured and the new Super Elixir™ Mixed Berry.
Another bonus why I like this product is that it is an Australian-made and Australian-owned company.
However, in today's world around transparency, this product has a proprietary blend which for some is not aligned with their values. But we can understand this from a commercial standpoint seeing these products are so competitive in the health and wellness space.
If you're interested in probiotics and their benefits, one aspect I dislike about this product is that the strain is not specified. This means we don't actually know the health benefits of the probiotics included in this product.
See our Pro vs Cons list below summarised.
What Are the Benefits of Super Elixir?
This product is perfect for anyone over 16 years of age and with the 40 naturally derived ingredients included in this product, here are the health benefits of The Super Elixir™;
- Supports energy production and overall vitality - wholefoods in this product contains vitamins and minerals ie B vitamins that provide energy
- pH balancing and alkalising greens to help reduce acidity and inflammation in the body for better health
- supports healthy skin, hair and nails
- supporting digestion and aiding absorption of key nutrients
- improves immune health
What Does It Taste Like?
The Super Elixir™ original pineapple and lime flavour is exactly what it says. The taste is pineapple and lime, not grassy or synthetically sweet, and is smooth in texture. In fact, the sweetness is very subtle and not prominent at all. I'd highly recommend mixing this with cold water as that will make it more enjoyable and refreshing to drink, otherwise, it's like drinking a room temperature/warm fruit juice that is unsweetened.
Some other greens powders have a grainy texture, which is most likely due to the protein powder that is included in the formulation. This product doesn't have this and thus will have a very smooth texture that goes down easy for those who don't like that grainy taste or texture. One other tip is to make sure you don't leave it for too long as this product does contain psyllium husk (fibre source) which thickens and becomes jelly-like if left standing for too long. It’s not that fun to drink when that happens!
Is WelleCo Super Elixir Worth it?
With all the benefits mentioned, is the cost of $88 (AUD) per month worth it? This works out to be $2.93 per dose (excludes any shipping costs), which is less than a small cup of coffee in Sydney.
As readers of our community, you can use our unique code "THEBIRCHERBAR" to receive 15% off your purchase to try for yourself this product. That's a saving of $13.20 in total which brings the price down to $2.49 per dose.
WelleCo The Super Elixir Side Effects and What You Need to Consider
While The Super Elixir™ has many benefits, each person's response may be different. I didn't have any issues taking this product but your response may be different from mine.
Some components in this mix may cause nausea, vomiting, or stomach problems for those who have specific allergies or sensitivities. While it isn’t a common occurrence, if you do suffer from specific allergies or have underlying health conditions, be sure to check the label and contact your medical practitioner or GP prior to use.
For those who have IBS or IBD and are on a low FODMAP diet then you may want to consider potential side effects in terms of stomach issues such as bloating or cramping since it contains FOS.
Whilst super greens supplements such as WelleCo Super Elixir™ aim to provide a solution for your entire body it is not a replacement for a healthy balanced diet of fresh fruit and vegetables. It is meant to "supplement" your daily nutritional needs when used in combination with a healthy diet to provide a complete daily solution.
Is WelleCo Super Elixir safe?
As with all forms of supplements if you are pregnant or breastfeeding always check with your medical practitioner before taking them to see if this is suitable for you as this product does contain herbs and ingredients which may not be suitable during your pregnancy or breastfeeding.
WelleCo Super Elixir weight loss
The Super Elixir Greens™ is not targeted at weight loss or meant to replace your healthy balanced diet. Each serving is equal to 31 calories with 3.8g of carbs and contains 1.1g of sugar per serving (which comes from natural sugars of the ingredients) and is sweetened with steviol glycosides and xylitol.
Other Key Ingredients in This Daily Greens Powder
WelleCo has formulated a unique vegan greens powder blend consisting of whole leaf powder from vegetables, flowering tops powder from herbs, and fruit powders from different fruits.
Aloe Vera and Papaya
Aloe vera is included for its digestive health benefits and ability to support skin health. Papaya contains powerful carotenoids and is high in vitamin C which is great for skin health. It also contains papain an enzyme great for the digestion of protein
Maitake and Green Tea (Camellia Sinesis)
Maitake mushrooms are adaptogenic, helping the body manage stress, while green tea leaf extracts offer antioxidants and support energy production.
Milk Thistle and Other Digestive Herbs
Milk thistle is known for its detoxifying properties and liver support is included along with dandelion leaf extract and turmeric root extract which also supports digestion and detoxification of the body.
Biotin, Zinc Gluconate, & Copper Gluconate
These ingredients are all important in maintaining healthy skin to support skin healing, maintaining the stability of the skin, and enhancing keratin and collagen synthesis.
FAQs
1. How long does it take for Super Elixir to work?
It has been documented anywhere from 2 to 4 weeks of daily intake of the Super Elixir™ greens powder for people to start noticing the effects. Some people have noticed a difference in energy within a few days and also felt less bloated. Energy levels are the fastest to notice a difference as B vitamins found in greens provide energy along with herbs like ginseng and green tea also boost energy. The digestive enzymes also work fast to help your body break down the food and support digestion which can help with feelings of bloat, which can also be noticed quickly.
Hair, skin and nails will take longer for any results to be seen as it takes months for hair and nails to grow, but having said that consistency will bear results so be sure to give it a real good go to see the benefits.
2. When to take WelleCo Super Elixir?
The Super Elixir™ is perfect to be taken on an empty stomach and best consumed in the morning before you start your day. You will need to mix 2 teaspoons of the Super Elixir™ with a glass of water or you could add it with a smoothie if you prefer.
3. Does WelleCo Super Elixir have probiotics?
Yes, the Super Elixir™ contains a probiotic blend of 4 types (aka genus) of probiotics; lactobacillus acidophilus, bifidobacterium bifidum, bifidobacterium lactis, and bifidobacterium longum.
4. Where are WelleCo products made?
WelleCo mentions it is "proudly formulated, blended and packed in Australia".
In Summary - Final Review of WelleCo Super Elixir
Overall, my experience with The Super Elixir™ has been overwhelmingly positive. WelleCo has developed a well-rounded greens powder that provides daily nutrients and supports overall well-being. It’s designed to fill nutritional gaps, aid in alkalising the body, and promote vitality. While it’s a premium product with high-quality ingredients, it’s important to remember it complements a healthy diet rather than replacing it.
Is It Worth Trying?
In my opinion, The Super Elixir™ is a great option for anyone focused on improving their health. It provides an easy and effective way to nourish the body from the inside out.
We've also reviewed other greens powders. One popular brand is AG1; check out our review here:
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