Spiru-Tein Nature's Plus
VS
Meal Garden of Life

[Nature's Plus] Spiru-Tein VS Meal [Garden of Life]

7.4 VSR
VSRating
7.6 VSR
80
Calories
per serving size
120
$ 14.75
Price
per 1000 calories
$ 13.08
14 g
Protein
per serving size
20 g
$ 1.18
Price
per serving size
$ 1.57
g
Sugar
per serving size
1 g
Yes
12 Vitamin(s): Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D2, Vitamin E, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B9, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B7, Vitamin B5
11 Mineral(s): Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Iodine, Magnesium, Zinc, Selenium, Manganese, Chromium, Molybdenum
Vitamins / Minerals
Yes
2 Mineral(s): Sodium, Potassium
No
Amino Acids / BCAAs
No
No
Enzymes / Probiotics
No
No
Energy
No
Yes
Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium
Electrolyte
Yes
Sodium, Potassium
No
Hydration
No
Yes
4 Flavor(s): Cookies & Cream, Natural Vanilla, Pina Colada, Vanilla
Flavors
Yes
4 Flavor(s): Chocolate Cacao, Lightly Sweet, Vanilla, Vanilla Spiced Chai
Yes
4 Size(s): 1.2 lb, 1.63 lb, 2.3 lb, 2.4 lb
Sizes
Yes
7 Size(s): 16 oz, 16.7 oz, 17.9 oz, 32.1 oz, 34.2 oz, 35.9 oz, 36.6 oz
Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein
Garden of Life Meal
Our verdict

We’ve conducted an analysis of Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein and Garden of Life Meal. Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein takes first place in this comparison and gains 7.4 VSR. Its rival Garden of Life Meal gains 7.6 VSR. The gap in rating was affected in the first place by the price, the cost of 1000 calories of Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein is $ 14.75 as against $ 13.08 of Garden of Life Meal. The serving of Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein contains 80 calories as against 120 calories in one Garden of Life Meal serving. The amount of protein also affects the rating for the better. Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein contains 14 grams of protein as against 20 grams in Garden of Life Meal. A greater amount of sugar negatively affects our ranking, Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein contains grams of protein as against 1 grams in Garden of Life Meal For a serving of Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein you will pay $ 1.18 , and a for a serving of Garden of Life Meal you will have to pay $ 1.57.

The Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein composition contains electrolytes in an amount of 4 as against 2 in Garden of Life Meal, Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein contains minerals 11 as against 2 in Garden of Life Meal.

Nature's Plus produces 4 flavors of Spiru-Tein. Garden of Life Meal is available in 4 flavors.

Nature's Plus makes available 4 different sizes of Spiru-Tein. Garden of Life Meal is produced in 7 sizes.


We recommend buying Garden of Life Meal.

Community reviews
HK
Henry Kelly 2021-10-09 16:45:36

Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein
Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein Natural Vanilla: I completely agree with vei1021 (December 28, 2014): the company has significantly changed this item. It is disappointing to see a good product change for the worse without warning

Garden of Life Meal
It had a grainy and chalky taste, but it kept me full for about 3 hours. I tried drinking it with warm and cold almond vanilla flavored milk, and plain water. I looked for another meal replacement shake after trying it

JN
Jack Nguyen 2021-11-19 15:42:48

Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein
I haven't tried a protein powder before, so I was really excited about trying out Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein. The protein has a green apple taste and an aroma of pure gardenia. It had no added sweeteners or flavors and is the only thing that is 100% natural

Garden of Life Meal
I ordered my Garden of Life Meal Vanilla Spiced Chai online and it came within a few days. It was bigger than I expected, so I was happy about that. The only problem was the texture, as it had a strange taste. Overall, I am very satisfied with this product

FR
Fiona Roy 2022-01-17 17:19:39

Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein
I use Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein Natural Vanilla for the scent and taste of my smoothies. I like to use frozen fruit in my Nutribullet when I make them and it blends well - not so much though when I try to hand stir it. It is a great way to start the day, with many ingredients you can mix up into your own healthy customized smoothie

Garden of Life Meal
I love vanilla chai tea, but even I was surprised at how good a meal replacement would taste. My friend gave me one and now I never want to go without it, as it fully satisfies my hunger for hours

JP
Juan Porter 2022-03-06 10:42:17

Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein
As with all vanilla protein powders, I found the spiru-tein natural to leave a bad aftertaste. When I mixed it together with other flavors in order to tolerate it, I discovered that this vegan protein powder has pollen in it

Garden of Life Meal
I have been using Garden of Life Meal Vanilla Spiced Chai shakes now for just about a year. These are complete meal replacements that are affordable and taste great. They are very easy to make too. I personally mix it with almond milk

RW
Ryan Wilson 2022-06-17 12:08:59

Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein
Nature's Plus Spiru-Tein Natural Vanilla: the first noticeable factor is that it had an artificial sweetener taste. I did not enjoy the coconut scent or the vanilla flavor

Garden of Life Meal
Garden of Life Meal Vanilla Spiced Chai: I am a fan of this meal replacement. The sugar level is very low, which is great for weight loss. This chocolate flavor tastes delicious, and I researched several types of meal replacements to make my decision. Protein is very important in the human body, so it's good to have this meal replacement

Same Nutrition Facts
80
calories
120
0
calories from fat
10
140 mg
sodium
5 mg
Effective for: Low levels of sodium in the blood
Possibly Effective for: Cystic fibrosis
110 mg
potassium
130 mg
Effective for: Low levels of potassium in the blood
Possibly Effective for: Stroke; High blood pressure
5 g
total carbohydrate
7 g
1 g
dietary fiber
5 g
14 g
protein
20 g
Difference Nutrition Facts
Only in nutrition
Spiru-Tein Nature's Plus
Other Carbohydrates
4 g
Vitamin A
5000 IU
Effective for: Vitamin A deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Breast cancer; Cataracts; Measles; Precancerous lesions in the mouth ; Overall mortality; Diarrhea after giving birth; Pregnancy-related death; Pregnancy-related night blindness; Eye disease affecting the retina
Vitamin C
60 mg
Effective for: Vitamin C deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Protein in the urine; Irregular heartbeat; Emptying the colon before a colonoscopy; Common cold; Airway infections caused by exercise; Swelling of the stomach; Gout; High cholesterol; High blood pressure; Lead poisoning; Osteoarthritis; Pain after surgery; Sunburn; Wrinkled skin
Calcium
300 mg
Effective for: Indigestion; High levels of potassium in the blood; Low levels of calcium in the blood; Kidney failure
Possibly Effective for: Colon cancer, rectal cancer; High cholesterol; High blood pressure; Preventing tooth loss; Overactive parathyroid; Weak and brittle bones; Premenstrual syndrome
Iron
4.5 mg
Effective for: Low levels of red blood cells in people with a long-term illness; Low levels of healthy red blood cells due to iron deficiency; Low iron levels in women who are pregnant
Possibly Effective for: Memory and thinking skills; Heart failure
Vitamin D2
400 IU
Effective for: A rare, inherited bone disorder marked by low levels of phosphate in the blood; A rare disorder that can lead to bone and kidney damage; Underactive parathyroid; Softening of the bones; A bone disorder that occurs in people with kidney disease; Rickets; Vitamin D deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Cavities; Heart failure; Infection of the airways; Preventing tooth loss; Weak and brittle bones; Psoriasis
Vitamin E
30 IU
Effective for: An inherited condition that affects motor control; Vitamin E deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Alzheimer disease; Menstrual cramps; A type of non-cancerous skin sore; Bleeding within the skull; Parkinson disease; Recovery from laser eye surgery; Premenstrual syndrome; Physical performance in elderly adults; Rheumatoid arthritis; Sunburn; Swelling of the eye
Vitamin B1
1.5 mg
Effective for: Metabolic disorders; Thiamine deficiency; Brain disorder due to thiamine deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Cataracts; Kidney disease in people with diabetes; Painful menstruation
Vitamin B2
1.7 mg
Effective for: Preventing and treating low riboflavin levels
Possibly Effective for: Cataracts; Migraine headaches
Vitamin B3
20 mg
Effective for: Abnormal levels of blood fats; Treatment and prevention of niacin deficiency, and certain conditions related to niacin deficiency such as pellagra
Possibly Effective for: Metabolic syndrome; Abnormal levels of blood fats
Vitamin B6
2 mg
Effective for: Seizures; A condition in which the body makes abnormal red blood cells that build up iron ; Vitamin B6 deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Hardening of the arteries ; Kidney stones; Morning sickness; Premenstrual syndrome
Vitamin B9
400 mcg
Effective for: Folate deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Depression; High blood pressure; Gum disease in women who are pregnant; Stroke; Serious kidney disease ; Toxicity caused by the drug methotrexate; Birth defects of the brain and spine
Vitamin B12
6 mcg
Effective for: Inherited Vitamin B12 deficiency; Pernicious anemia; Vitamin B12 deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Canker sores; Nerve damage from shingles; Cyanide poisoning; High level of homocysteine in the blood
Vitamin B7
300 mcg
Effective for: Biotin deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Biotin deficiency
Vitamin B5
10 mg
Effective for: Pantothenic acid deficiency
Possibly Effective for:
Phosphorus
200 mg
Iodine
150 mcg
Effective for: Iodine deficiency; Radiation exposure; Thyroid conditions; Leg ulcers
Possibly Effective for: Catheter-related infection; Conjunctivitis; Foot ulcers in diabetes; Inflammation of the uterus; Painful fibrous breast tissue; Breast pain; Soreness and swelling inside the mouth; Gum infection; Surgery; Radiation exposure; Thyroid conditions; Leg ulcers
Magnesium
80 mg
Effective for: Constipation; Indigestion; Seizures in women with pre-eclampsia; Low levels of magnesium in the blood; A pregnancy complication marked by high blood pressure and protein in the urine
Possibly Effective for: Irregular heartbeat; Asthma; Nerve pain in people with cancer; Cerebral palsy; Chronic fatigue syndrome; Cluster headache; Colon cancer, rectal cancer; Heart disease; Cystic fibrosis; Diabetes; Fibromyalgia; Hearing loss; High cholesterol; A disease of heart valves; Weak and brittle bones; Pain after surgery; Premenstrual syndrome; Chest pain due to blood vessel spasms; A type of irregular heartbeat
Zinc
15 mg
Effective for: Zinc deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Acne; A disorder of zinc deficiency; An eating disorder; Burns; Common cold; Depression; Foot sores in people with diabetes; Diaper rash; A mild form of gum disease; Bad breath; Cold sores; Reduced ability to taste; Leprosy; Muscle cramps; Weak and brittle bones; Stomach ulcers; Sore throat; Pneumonia; Preterm birth; Bed sores; Sickle cell disease; Vitamin A deficiency; Warts; Diarrhea
Selenium
21 mcg
Effective for: Selenium deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Selenium deficiency
Manganese
5 mg
Effective for: Manganese deficiency
Possibly Effective for:
Chromium
18 mcg
Effective for: Chromium deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Diabetes
Molybdenum
20 mcg
Effective for: Molybdenum deficiency
Possibly Effective for: Molybdenum deficiency
Only in nutrition
Meal Garden of Life
Total Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.5 g
Soluble Fiber
2 g
Insoluble Fiber
4 g
Sugars
1 g
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