Progressive VegEssential All in One Details Progressive VegEssential All in One is one of the most complete plant-based nutritional shakes in Canada, designed as daily nutrition in a single scoop. Each serving delivers 33 g of plant protein, 7 g of fibre, broad-spectrum vitamins and minerals, greens and superfoods, healthy plant oils, digestive enzymes, and herbal cofactors — nearly 100 plant-based ingredients in one formula. Made in Canada by Progressive Nutritional Therapies. Vegan, dairy-free, no artificial ingredients, no added sugars. Vitamins Lowest Prices | Lowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed | Ships from Ontario across Canada Quick Facts Protein per scoop 33 g plant-based protein Fibre per scoop 7 g (including prebiotic inulin) Calories per scoop 180 Healthy oils 2 g plant oils (flax, borage, pumpkin seed, primrose, safflower) Ingredient count Nearly 100 plant-based ingredients Made in Canada Diet Vegan, dairy-free, peanut-free, no artificial ingredients, no added sugar Best taken As a meal replacement or post-workout shake Who Progressive VegEssential Is For Busy adults wanting complete daily nutrition in one scoop instead of taking multiple supplements People using meal replacement shakes for weight management, breakfast, or convenience Vegans and vegetarians wanting plant-based all-in-one nutrition Anyone who struggles to eat enough greens and vegetables daily — the greens blend covers that gap Active adults wanting protein, greens, vitamins, and recovery support in one product People who don't want to remember to take a multi + greens + protein + omega-3 separately Who this product is NOT for: If you only need protein support and already have a multivitamin and greens habit, a simpler plant protein like Sprout Living Epic Protein or Vega Sport works at lower cost. If you want maximum muscle protein synthesis specifically, whey protein has slightly higher leucine per gram — see North Coast 100% Iso Protein. If you have multiple food sensitivities, the wide ingredient list increases the chance of a reactive ingredient — check the label carefully. Vitamart's Take VegEssential is one of the most comprehensive all-in-one shakes we carry. In one scoop, you get 33 g of plant protein, 7 g of fibre, a broad-spectrum multivitamin, greens and superfoods, plant oils, digestive enzymes, and herbal cofactors — nearly 100 plant-based ingredients in one product. Made in Canada by Progressive Nutritional Therapies, with a loyal customer base of busy adults who want comprehensive daily nutrition without taking multiple supplements. How Progressive VegEssential Compares VegEssential vs Vega All In One VegEssential (this product): 33 g protein, 7 g fibre, nearly 100 plant ingredients, herbal cofactors, digestive enzymes. Made in Canada. Slightly more comprehensive ingredient profile. Vega All In One: Around 20 g protein, fewer ingredients, broader market presence. More accessible price point. Both are all-in-one nutritional shakes — different brand philosophies and price points. VegEssential vs Pure Plant Protein (Sprout Living, Vega Sport) VegEssential: Complete daily nutrition. Protein + greens + vitamins + minerals + fibre + herbs in one. Premium positioning. Pure Plant Protein: Just protein — cleaner ingredient list, lower cost per serving. A fit if you take a multivitamin and greens separately and just want clean protein for workouts. VegEssential vs Whey-Based All-In-One Shakes VegEssential: Plant-based, dairy-free, no animal products. Suitable for vegans. Whey-Based All-In-Ones: Dairy-based, generally higher protein per serving with slightly higher leucine. Not suitable for vegans or dairy-sensitive people. Different protein source for different dietary preferences. What's in a True All-in-One Shake? An all-in-one nutritional shake should ideally cover the major daily nutritional categories most adults need: Protein for tissue maintenance and satiety — VegEssential's 33 g per scoop hits this strongly. Fibre for digestive health — 7 g per scoop, including inulin prebiotic fibre that feeds beneficial gut bacteria. Greens and antioxidants for phytonutrient diversity — spirulina, chlorella, alfalfa, wheat grass, kale, broccoli, blueberry, beet root. Vitamins and minerals for daily nutritional foundation — broad-spectrum coverage, though not at therapeutic doses. Healthy fats for omega support — flax, borage, pumpkin seed, primrose, safflower oils provide some omega support. Digestive enzymes and prebiotic fibre for absorption — helps your body use the nutrients in the shake itself. Herbal cofactors for additional support — milk thistle, dandelion, green tea extract, and others for liver and antioxidant support. The all-in-one approach trades depth for breadth: no single nutrient is at maximum dose, but you cover many categories at once. This works well for people whose biggest barrier to consistent nutrition is the complexity of taking multiple supplements. How To Use Adults: Mix 1 scoop (40-45 g) with 250-350 ml of water, plant milk, or in a smoothie. Blend well — plant ingredients blend better in a blender than a shaker bottle. Can be used as a meal replacement, post-workout shake, or supplementary daily nutrition. Talk to a healthcare practitioner before use if you take medications, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a medical condition. The wide ingredient list means more potential interactions with medications than simpler supplements. Frequently Asked Questions ➕ Can I use it as a complete meal replacement? For 180 calories per scoop, it's lighter than a full meal but provides strong protein, fibre, and nutritional coverage. Many people add a banana, nut butter, or other healthy calories to make it more meal-sized. As a complete daily meal replacement, you'd want at least 2 scoops or one scoop with additional healthy calories. ➕ How does it mix? Plant ingredients blend better in a blender than a shaker bottle. Flavoured versions (chocolate, vanilla) are available alongside unflavoured. Mix with water, plant milk, or in a smoothie. ➕ Do I still need a multivitamin if I take this? For general nutritional foundation, often no — VegEssential covers broad vitamin and mineral needs. But it doesn't hit therapeutic doses of specific nutrients. If your practitioner has recommended high-dose vitamin D, magnesium, or omega-3, you'll still want those separately. ➕ Is the 33 g of protein really complete? Yes — the multi-source plant protein blend (yellow pea, brown rice, hemp, chia, cranberry) covers all essential amino acids. The 33 g is enough to support muscle maintenance and recovery for most active adults. ➕ Is there enough greens to replace a greens powder? For most general greens-powder users, yes. The greens, vegetables, algae, and superfoods blend covers the typical greens powder territory. If you specifically take greens powder for a targeted goal (like high-dose spirulina or chlorella), you may want to maintain that habit separately. ➕ Will my gut tolerate all these ingredients? The added digestive enzymes and inulin prebiotic fibre support digestion. If you have a sensitive digestive system or known food intolerances, the wide ingredient list means there are more potential trigger ingredients than in simpler supplements — read the label carefully and start with a half scoop. Pairs Well With Omega-3 Fish Oils — the small amount of plant oils in VegEssential isn't enough for omega-3 specifically Vitamin D Supplements — Canadians typically need more than what's in the multi blend Magnesium Supplements — most adults benefit from more magnesium than a multi provides Probiotics — complements the prebiotic fibre with live cultures 💡 Subscribe & save up to 10% on every order — never run out of your daily supplements. Compare Similar Products Vega All In One — More accessible-price all-in-one alternative. Sprout Living Epic Protein — Cleaner protein-focused alternative if you don't need the multi/greens layer. All Vegan Proteins — Compare plant proteins across brands. Meal Replacement Shakes — Browse meal replacement options across categories. About Vitamart Vitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. 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