Have you heard of or wondered about Balance of Nature supplements? Or looked for Balance of Nature reviews but couldn't find much? Well, this post is for you. Gear up for everything you ever wanted to know about the Balance of Nature whole health system!
Note: I was given product to try out, with no promise that I would choose to write a post. Well, I decided to write this, and all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. This post includes affiliate links, so if you do decide to purchase using our discount code we receive a small percentage.
A few months ago we invited some friends over for dinner and the topic came around to health. At this point, our friend shared that he was taking Balance of Nature supplements and he thought that we might like them, too. Honestly, I was a little skeptical at first, because I don’t believe in quick and easy health solutions. It turns out, that isn’t really what Balance of Nature is at all.
We believe in eating healthy recipes like our super easy protein balls, the best EVER broccoli seasoning, healthy buffalo chicken bowls, or our spinach berry smoothie. Also in exercising regularly, and working hard to teach our picky eaters how to eat better.
Balance of Nature Review
After doing a little bit more research, I decided to try these products for myself, and I’m really glad I did. Below I will talk a bit about what Balance of Nature is, the pros and cons to the system, and why ultimately I choose to buy them.
Plus, we have a discount code for you guys if you decide to try out a whole health system for yourself.
Balance of Nature does not claim to cure or treat any disease, rather they are making it easier to get the vital nutrients fruits and vegetables provide us into our bodies so that our bodies can repair themselves.
The fruit and veggie capsules are made by a unique system of flash drying fruits and vegetables. Dr. Howard extensively researched “which fruits and vegetables, when combined, were most effective in 1) Strenthening your Immune System, 2) Cell Protection, and 3) DNA Repair and Apoptosis. Finally in 1997, tireless hours of research culminated in a unique formulation or 31 fruits and vegetables.” These vegetables are the same ones used in Balance of Natures capsules today.
Quote taken from Balance of Nature’s “From the Beginning” pamphlet.
Balance of Nature Pros and Cons
Now that you have a little background info, let’s get into the pros and cons.
Pros:
- These products have no fillers, no extracts, no hormones, no preservatives, no isolates, no added sugar, no pesticides, no additives of any kind. They are 100% real nutrients from real fruits and veggies, period.
- The fiber and spice drink helps to maintain bowel health, ease constipation (without causing diarrhea), decreases inflammation, helps balance blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and can even lead to weight loss. For me, bowel health and a massive reduction in inflammation and bloating were the first things I noticed after I started the Balance of Nature supplements. My soreness after exercising also went way down.
- When you become a Preferred Customer (which is the cheapest way to buy products, and you can cancel anytime), the company assigns you a personal Health Coach who helps you create a plan to improve your health in three categories: physical, spiritual, and chemical. Once I knew I was going to write this post, I decided to go ahead with the health coaching. I wasn’t particularly looking forward to it, but I wanted to be able to speak to the full experience the company offers. It was actually a really positive experience. My coach asked about my health history and made a few recommendations on how I can get the most out of my products. Then, we set a goal in each category and set a follow up appointment. I hung up feeling motivated to improve my health, and follow through with my goals since I would have to report back at the next phone call. If health coaching is not something you are interested in, no one will pressure you, and you can always decide to make an appointment later on like I did.
- The products are completely safe for children or adults. I like to break open the capsules and add them to my kids food (especially for the ones too little to swallow these larger pills) – more on that below.
- Balance of Nature products are safe to cook with. You can add both the fiber or the veggie capsules into juices, smoothies, baked goods, etc.
- You cannot overdose, or misuse these products as they are 100% real produce.
- I have more energy, clearer skin, and a better ability to focus on the task at hand. I have NEVER been a morning person in my life, but now I am consistently getting up at 6:30 every day.
- They boost immune system. I have definitely noticed this as well, I haven’t been sick once since I started taking the Balance of Nature vitamins. I am really interested to see how this coming winter will go!
Cons:
- The first con is expense. Obviously, the whole health system is not a small monthly expense. After feeling as good as I do while taking them, and knowing all the other good things going on internally that I can’t even measure, we have decided the money is worth it to us right now. There is also a 30 day money back guarantee if you want to try it and see how you feel.
- The fiber drink is gross. My kids still tease me about my face the first time I drank it, haha! I could hardly get it down. That being said, I hardly notice it at all now, and I drink it down no problem! My health coach said that lots of people like it better mixed with almond milk or apple juice, but I don’t prefer to drink my calories so I just stick with water. I love the results of the fiber drink now though, and don’t know if I could ever give it up. So, it is worth it, but don’t expect it to taste good.
- I wish the nutrition info said exactly what daily percentages of each nutrient was in each serving, but they don’t.
Balance of Nature
Real quickly, let’s talk a little bit about each component of the whole health system. I have a few tips I’ve learned that I would like to share.
Because I am in generally good health, my coach instructed me to take the regular dose. The normal dose is three veggie capsules and three fruit capsules each day along with the fiber drink.
You can easily increase this as needed. For example, I have asthma, so if that is acting up I would double my dose until the worst has passed.
Veggie Capsules
I prefer to simply swallow my veggie capsules with water. If you have trouble swallowing pills, they can also be added into any savory food, like an omelet, or our perfectly seasoned ground beef.
Also, my health coach told me that if I feel myself beginning to get sick or feeling sluggish, to make a broth of my veggie capsules by mixing them into hot water. I actually enjoyed them this way as well. It kind of tastes like a spicy spinach soup, but it was very soothing on my throat. Also, I do feel like I felt the positive side effects sooner this way.
Simply twist the capsules apart and tap them into your hot water.
Fruit Capsules
While I typically just swallow my fruit capsules as well (because, laziness), they taste a lot better. You can chew them up, or if you don't want to swallow the capsule you can empty them straight into your mouth. When taken this way, they kind of taste like fruit leather in powder form.
I also love emptying a few fruits into smoothies or applesauce for my kids. Here is one of our favorite smoothie bowl recipes if you need one!
Fiber and Spice
I mentioned earlier I didn't love the taste of the fiber and spice. However, I noticed it's positive results in my body quickly. I don't know if this is oversharing, but if you have loose stools this binds them. If you are constipated, it will fix that too. Basically, it just helps regulate you in either direction.
I also noticed pretty immediate positive effects when it comes to less bloating and less inflammation in my body. Guys, this stuff works wonders.
My friend Anna posted about another way she likes to take her fiber, in smoothie form! Check out her recipe here.
I drink mine in water once a day.
Balance of Nature Discount Code
If you do decide to give Balance of Nature a try, I would recommend purchasing the whole health system as a preferred customer. To become a preferred customer there is a one time fee of $24.95. However, it immediately makes the product $40 cheaper. You also get the added benefit of health coaching.
Under the preferred customer status your product is automatically shipped to you every 28 days. There are no contracts or minimums and you can pause, cancel or reschedule your shipments at any time without penalty.
Other options are, you can buy just fruits and veggies, or you can also buy just fiber and spice! So if you are only wanting to try out one or the other you can totally do that. Either way, it is cheapest to become a preferred member.
Use code PRETTYPROVIDENCE for 35% off your first order as a preferred customer! This will cover your preferred member status (plus some) so you can try it out for free! Click here to buy.
Remember, this code only works for preferred customer orders. This means the $24.99 (to become a preferred member) will be added to your total, but the discount will take the total price down to lower than one time retail pricing, and you can still cancel at any time.
Definitely the cheapest way to try these products out that I've ever seen.
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I sincerely hope I was able to answer some questions for you, and you appreciated the Balance of Nature Pros and Cons! Good luck on your personal health journey, I wish you nothing but the best.
xo,
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- Veggie Capsule TipsI prefer to simply swallow my veggie capsules with water. If you have trouble swallowing pills, they can also be added into any savory food, like an omelet. My health coach told me that if I feel myself beginning to get sick or feeling sluggish, to make a broth of my veggie capsules by mixing them into hot water. I actually enjoyed them this way as well. It kind of tastes like a spicy spinach soup, but it was very soothing on my throat. I do feel like I felt the positive side effects sooner this way.
- Fruit Capsule TipsWhile I typically just swallow my fruit capsules as well (because, laziness), they taste good. You can chew them up, or if you don't want to swallow the capsule you can empty them straight into your mouth. When taken this way, they kind of taste like fruit leather in powder form. I also love emptying a few fruits into smoothies or applesauce for my kids. Here is one of our favorite smoothie bowl recipes if you need one!
- Fiber and Spice TipsAt first I didn't like the taste of the fiber and spice. However, I noticed it's positive results in my body quickly. My health coach said that lots of people like it better mixed with almond milk or apple juice, but I don't prefer to drink my calories so I just stick with water. If you are having a hard time getting it down, try it with apple juice or almond milk and see if that helps!
- When do I take the supplements? To get the maximum energy boost take your fruits and veggies in the morning so you can feel the positive effects all day. To get the most out of your fiber and spice, take 1-2 scoops a half an hour before each meal.
John
I bought BoN Supplements for over a year. I also took many vitamins and supplements.
Here is the (serious) problem. A list of the Vitamins/Minerals/Micronutrients and their Percentages in FDA Recommended Daily Amounts is available NOWHERE. Just because something is “Natural,” that does not make too much of it safe... and here we are claiming you cannot overdose. Fat Soluble vitamins and “nutrients” can become dangerously toxic. I tried to find such a list, to cross-reference with other vitamins and supplements, It does not exist. Beware.
Jessica
I also wish they had this information more available! I want to know how much I am getting of each nutrient also.
Jessica
John, I just got my new supplements for the month and they have updated the nutritional information on the back! While it still doesn't say daily percentages it does say what specifically is in each capsule and how many milligrams of each. A step in the right direction at least.
Joy
For years, I have tried to get my son to take extra nutrition for his health problems to no avail. It finally clicked and he started taking Balance of Nature several months ago. He has missed all of the junk bugs that have been going around this winter. I was partway through an expensive bottle of a vitamin that I hadn't taken before and wanted to finish it before ordering B of N, but I have been sick 3 or 4 times in the last 3 months. My order is going in. Thank you, Ladies, for sharing your experiences.
Jessica
You are so welcome. We seriously haven't been sick for over a year and we used to catch every single bug. Who knows how much they are related but I'm not complaining!
Charles Wainwright
Jessica, thank you for your extensive review., I read it twice but still have a important question.
I've seen and heard Balance of Nature's ads many times on radio and TV and they often say taking the 6 daily capsules gives you "ten servings of fruit and vegetables" a day.
That seems impossible from only the 4.8 grams that come in the daily dose of 6 capsules.
Even if they remove all the water, 90% of the weight as they claim, that would mean they only begin the flash drying process with less than 50 grams of fresh produce, which is less than 2 ounces.
That hardly equals even one serving of fruits and vegetables, certainly not 10 servings.
One small apple weighs about 3.5 ounces. One serving of fresh broccoli is about 2 to 3 ounces.
Jessica
I haven't heard the commercials so I'm not sure exactly what they say, all I can speak to is my experience which has been positive. I don't view them as a substitution for fruits or veggies by any means, but I am happy to have a boost in them as I probably don't eat as many as I should on my own.
Lori
I've been using the fruits and veggies. I love them! I do have a TUB of fiber. Not it is very hard for me to swallow. I've tried the applesauce and apply juice. I think it's nasty. Wonder if BofN will develop a gummy for big kids like me.😉
Jessica
Hahaha right?! I am so used to it now I just gulp it down super quick because I LOVE how much healthier my gut feels-- but that fiber definitely does not taste good! So glad you are loving the fruits and veggies!
Sasha
Yes but although you are not paid by them I’m sure your discount code gives you some monetary compensation.
Jessica
Yes that is correct. I am not a Balance of Nature employee, and we've paid for our own products, but I do get an affiliate commission when someone buys through our link.
Dawn B
Hi Jessica,
I'm using your discount code because I found your website to be very informative and you also talk about your own experience with the products. I also liked reading the comments of actual customers of the products as well.
Thank you,
DB
Jessica
You are so welcome, thanks Dawn.
Nelson Anglin
AS a Pharmacist I think this is a bad scam, The doc and those lying about
the product are the only ones it is helping.
Ron Archer
Your company is doing a super promotion and are obviously doing great. I am interested in the whole concept. I have a small question before I sign up.
If your process were to take one slice of say an apple and process it, would the remaining dust fit into one capsule?
Suzanne Cramer
The vegetable capsule I want to vomit when I take them and it is very expensive.
Jessica
Really? I can't even taste them when I swallow them. They definitely are an investment though.
Ken
Buy from Costco
I purchased a 1 month supply try these out and see if I could improve my health. I checked box that said I DID NOT want auto delivery/pay. I also used a 35% discount code and when I went to pay there was a one time approx. $25 charge for whatever? I I couldn't believe it they offer a discount then hit you for about what the discount was. Pretty poor business practice. I have since then found similar product at Costco for about 1/5 price for 90 day supply not 30 day supply so I was happy I didn't sign up for auto delivery monthly. I used them for the last month but didn't notice anything different except I had some stomach issues. Not sure if they came from this product though.
I got home today and there was a box from them I am guessing another month supply which I did not request. My wife checked our account and they hit us for another $110 fo a 1 month supply. I called my bank and disputed the charge since I did not request these but they shipped them anyway. I read some reviews on BBB and others had similar issues with product arriving without request and being charged.
Judy
I hesitate to even give this 1 star. I am a health professional and have excellent nutritional knowledge. DO NOT waste your money on this product. I have searched and asked to see the "research" without any response. Please show your customers Gold Standard, double blind, placebo controlled research. You know, the kind that can't be bought? How many countries has your product been researched in? How many prestigious medical journals is your product published in? LOOK AT THE BBB complaints before purchasing this overpriced supplement. The fact that they charge you $24.99 to be a "preferred customer" should be your first red flag. That coupled with the overpricing is paying for the advertising. Just do your homework before giving out your credit card number and save yourself the headache and your money. I agree with the concept and I have taken the same type of supplement for nearly 20 years with great benefits. However, it is much less expensive, and the most widely researched nutraceutical IN THE WORLD back by real science and hundreds of physicians. Do not buy these types of supplements from retail stores, they are not safe.
Jessica
Hey Judy! They aren't my products. I was simply giving a review of my positive experience using them. Both my husband and I have taken them for over a year now and really benefitted. That said, I totally respect your opinion and I'm glad you have a substitute that works so well for you!
dawn
so please tell what you buy that is better
Peg
When the tv ads say triple dose do they mean 9 instead of 3 capsules?
Jessica
Yes!
Rochelle Hobson-Touré
No, the 3 are the triple dose!
Diane
I'm taking 3 veggie and 3 fruit I'm suppose to be taking 9 of each????
Jessica
I just take 3 of each!
SteveC
Hello Jessica!
Thank you for taking the time to personally try B
oN and posting your impressions. Just before reading your review of Balance of Nature I wanted to check with the Better Business Bureau. Some consumers complained that the company will only refund if the product is damaged during delivery and not allow returns if received after canceling even if sealed and unopened. Your article never mentioned any sort of guarantee. If this product is as good as the company claims how come they don’t back it up with 100% money back guarantee?
Sherri
Thanks, Hon! I just ordered the whole system through your code. Yours is the best description I've seen, even better than the company's description. Merry Christmas!
Jessica
Oh my gosh you just made my day! I really hope you love it as much as we have. Merry Christmas Sherri!
Al Nicolosi
Thank you for the detailed info about B of N.
I am currently taking a blood thinner for DVT. Certain green, leafy veggies affect the blood thinners I take.
I’m trying to determine if the amount of the few green, leafy veggies in the Veggie capsule would counteract my blood thinner. Do you know how I can determine this? My doctor is not familiar with the product, so he does not know.
Thank you so much!
Jessica
I would call one of Balance of Nature's health coaches and ask them for more information that you could then relay onto your Doctor? They have been super helpful with my specific health concerns. Good luck!!!
Melissa
Delicious and healthy!
Laura Reese
I have never heard of this! Thanks for all the info.
Jessica
You're so welcome Laura!
Sara Welch
I've never heard of this brand until now, but thank you for your honest review! I will have to check their products out!
Jessica
You're welcome! Let me know if you ever have any more questions!
April
I've never heard of this, but will definitely be looking into it a little bit more!
Jessica
Best of luck!
Pam Dana
I've heard great things about these, but have been hesitant to try them! Thanks so much for the review, I'm going to give them a shot!
Jessica
You're so welcome, I hope you like them!
Melissa
Such great information! I’m so impressed with how many different ways you can incorporate these into your daily life , and having a health coach is incredible! I can’t wait to try these out for myself and get my body healthier!
Jessica
Best of luck! You got this!
Anna
I have been looking for something for my gut health this sounds like a super good option thank you so much.
Jessica
Yes their fiber is AMAZING. I've had such great results. Best of luck!