Is Vega helpful for weight loss?
Absolutely! With just 220 calories and 7g of net carbs per serving (Natural flavor), Vega is an excellent choice for those on a calorie-reduced diet. High in fiber, protein and essential fats, Vega is naturally filling and satisfying, helping to suppress appetite and cravings. Plus being 100% plant-based, Vega is easy to digest, alkaline forming and full of beneficial phytonutrients that can facilitate your weight loss efforts.
How does Vega taste?
We think it tastes great! We use only the finest natural flavorings and highest quality stevia for minimal aftertaste and a nice round sweetness. The insoluble fiber might take a bit of getting used to but it provides additional texture and mouthfeel. With Vega, you may not get as much flavor as other meal replacements may offer but you also won't get any artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners either. Even our Natural flavor tastes good on its own as it has a bit of vanilla flavor and stevia also.
Who should take Vega?
Everyone can benefit from taking Vega; from children to seniors, basically anyone looking to add more plant-based whole foods to their diet. Vega is totally safe with no negative side effects or contraindications with any other food, supplement or drug. Vega is an ideal supplement for convenience-seeking omnivores wanting to consume more vegetarian meals.
What results can I expect after taking Vega?
Regular use of Vega can lower nutritional stress and improve health and vitality. More specific benefits include reduced biological age, more energy, strength and endurance, improved productivity and mental clarity, higher quality, deeper sleep, improved resistance to illness, quicker recovery from exercise, fewer cravings and less hunger and elevated mood.
Why is Vega so expensive?
Like the saying goes, "you get what you pay for." We consider Vega "valuable" rather than expensive. Vega was made without compromises using the finest, freshest and most wholesome ingredients. At about $5 at retail per serving, Vega is one of the most expensive meal replacements on the market but it is still cheaper than a fast food meal. Even a designer coffee and muffin costs more than a serving of Vega. Plus, remember, you get a full dose of ChlorEssence and MacaSure in every serving of Vega "“ that's worth about an extra $25 a bottle.
Do I have to take the full recommended serving size of Vega each time?
Vega was formulated so that each serving meets all Canadian meal replacement guidelines. However, if you are not requiring a full meal or wish to take Vega as a snack, you can definitely take a half or even quarter serving at a time. Even a half serving of Vega is more nutritionally complete than many other meal replacements on the market.
How do you keep the flax seed in Vega from going bad?
Our whole flax seed goes through a proprietary flash pasteurization process that preserves quality, consistency and shelf stability at room temperature (for up to 18 months) with minimal effect on nutritional value. In fact, chemical analysis of our flax seed vs. the standard published by the Federation of Oils, Seeds and Fats Associations (FOSFA) shows virtually identical results in the key marker components of fat, dietary fiber, protein, moisture and ash. Our flax is milled so finely that 100% will pass through a #30 US sieve. This makes it the smoothest, creamiest and most soluble flax around.
Why are there 17 servings in the Natural flavor and only 15 servings in the chocolate and berry flavors?
There are more servings in the Natural flavor because its serving size is smaller than the other flavors. You get the same nutritional value as the other flavors but pay for less flavoring. The Natural flavor is the best value as it is the same price as the other flavors but gives you 2 extra servings per bottle!
Do I need to take any other supplements while taking Vega?
Vega is both a food and a supplement. It is nutritionally complete plus it also contains extra health promoting supplements not found in other meal replacements including ChlorEssence, MacaSure, probiotics and antioxidants. If you eat reasonably well and enjoy good general health, you may not need any supplements other than Vega.
Can I add Vega to my blended shake/smoothie?
Yes, Vega tastes great on its own just mixed with water or in a blended fruit smoothie. Use the Natural flavor if you are blending it with fruit as it is milder and goes well with just about any other flavors. That being said, the chocolate flavor blended with a banana, berries, rice milk and nut/seed butter is pretty tough to beat!
