wellness industry It is a wild market. You can’t rely on marketing alone, and FDA regulation on protein powder deals is quite limited. It is beneficial to be cautious. So for this year’s Black Friday, we rounded up a sample of markdowns, cross-checked claims, verified third-party tests, and supplements so you don’t have to. If you’re looking to stock up or invest in a healthy routine, these are the wellness supplement and protein powder deals we’ll trust with both our bodies and our wallets.
I’ll be refreshing this list with the latest sales, so check back often. For more, check out our best Black Friday deals roundup.
jump to
WIRED Special Deals
Best Protein Powder Deals
Photograph: Boutaina Chokran
Photograph: Boutaina Chokran
religious rites
Protein Daily Shake 18+
Rituals Essential Protein Daily Shake is our top recommendation for women’s protein powder. It’s generally more expensive than its competitors, but the $15 discount makes the cost more digestible. Its pea protein is boosted with L-methionine, and each serving also contains four grams of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). Ritual is a great supplement for sensitive stomachs because it is free of GMOs, stevia, sugar alcohols, and artificial sweeteners. It’s also soy-free, gluten-free, and vegan. Bonus: It’s certified by the Clean Label Project.
Photograph: Boutaina Chokran
Photograph: Boutaina Chokran
promix
Whey Isolate Protein Powder (Unflavored)
ProMix Grass-Fed Whey Isolate is a highly digestible protein powder that has been micro-filtered to contain less than 1 gram of lactose, making it suitable for individuals with sensitive stomachs. Each scoop provides 30 grams of protein, as well as 6.6 grams of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) and 14.2 grams of essential amino acids. It’s obviously designed for protein shakes, but I personally prefer using this supplement in baked goods.
Best Electrolyte Powder Deals
Photograph: Laurin Strampe
Courtesy of Liquid IV
liquid IV
hydration factor
If reviewer Laurin Stramp had a music festival starter pack, Liquid IV would be a must-have. After drinking one of these, his sore throat, dry nose and head immediately feel better. Liquid IV comes in over 20 flavors that will make your water taste sweet, like passion fruit, mango, and strawberry lemonade. Each packet comes with eight vitamins and nutrients including electrolytes and vitamin C and B vitamins.
Photograph: Laurin Strampe
Eyelid
Fizzy Electrolyte Drink Tablets
If you prefer fizzy pills that you can simply throw into a glass or bottle of water, Plink is refreshing and offers carbonation that’s reminiscent of seltzer water. (However, if you put it in a water bottle, leave it open for a while so the gases can escape.) Plink comes in three flavors – Pineapple Grape, Watermelon, and Pomegranate Berry – but I’d recommend the Variety Pack if you’re new to the brand.
Photograph: Laurin Strampe
IQBAR
IQMIX Electrolyte Powder
Reviewer Lurin Stramp loves the Peach Mango flavor, but would also recommend the Blueberry Pomegranate and Pina Colada. In addition to electrolytes, each packet also contains Lion’s Mane Mushroom and Magnesium L-Threonate to promote cognitive health. Luckily, according to Stramp, the mixture doesn’t taste like shrooms, but it does have an earthy flavor.
Photograph: Laurin Strampe
Courtesy of Amazon
Electrolyte
electrolyte powder packets
Critic Lurin Stramp’s favorite electrolyte blend for hangovers, Electrolyte has been around since the 1950s (!) and its packets are sizable and contain a balanced mix of sodium, carbohydrates, and sugars. All flavors, including variety packs, are 33 percent off right now at Amazon.
Best Greens Powder Deals
bloom nutrition
Superfood Greens Powder
Bloom’s powder contains pre- and probiotics, fruits and vegetables, antioxidants, adaptogens, and digestive enzymes. Reviewer Lauryn Stramp says that drinking Bloom helps her regulate her digestive system and feel less bloated. Also, fruits do not taste like greens.
Factor
Farm Daily Greens
This saag powder has a mild citrus flavor and provides a full dose of vegetables and vitamins within the recommended daily amounts (no megadoses). It comes in convenient single-serve packets, making it easy to take on your travels for health benefits.
Organifi
green juice powder
This is a reliable greens powder (Organic Spirulina, Ashwagandha and Chlorella) with minimal grit. Reviewer Laurin Stramp says it tastes like spearmint gum, but a pomegranate berry variety is also on sale if you prefer a more fruity palette.
veleco
super elixir
Pineapple and Lemon is our favorite, but other flavors are also on sale, like Blood Orange and an unflavored version. It’s a superfood blend of grasses, algae and greens, packed with vitamin A, calcium, biotin, magnesium, zinc, selenium and copper.
Gruns
Superfood Gummies
Gruns gummies are ideal for people who can’t eat green powder, have children, or like to take supplements on the go. Superfood gummies contain 60 ingredients ranging from vitamins and minerals to greens (kale, cabbage, wheatgrass) and antioxidants (like goji berries and pomegranate).
jenna nutrition
Greens Organic Supergreens Fruits and Vegetables
A superfood blend of organic greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, mushrooms, prebiotics and probiotics. We only tried the mixed berry, but other flavors are also available, including green apple and mango.
Best Energy Drink Deals
jocko go
Orange (12-Pack)
Jocko Willink’s Energy Drink is a monkfruit-sweetened beverage that tastes like Sunny D and stevia. It contains only 95 milligrams of caffeine, but it also contains 100 milligrams of B vitamins, which is more than 4,000 percent of the daily recommendation.
gorilla mind
Orange Rush (12-Pack)
It is a 200 mg energy drink that is rich in nootropics like N-acetyl-L-tyrosine and alpha-GPC. Reviewer Pete Cottell says the orange flavor stands out with its creamy finish, but other flavors are also on sale, including variety packs.
Lucky Energy Drink
Orange Drizzle (12-Pack)
A simple drink for those who do not like the traditional taste of energy drinks. According to reviewer Pete Cottell, it provides better focus and a sustained boost of energy thanks to the 200 mg of caffeine it contains.
Phx
Orange Hydration Energy Drink (12-Pack)
This energy drink is a great option for those who want to avoid sugary beverages but still want a bit of flavor while still hiding 700 mg of electrolytes. Our favorite is Orange, but other options are also on sale, including Blueberry Lemonade and Wild Berry.
gorgi
Sparkling Peach Tea (12-Pack)
It is a light energy drink with 150 mg of caffeine that provides productive euphoria. Reviewer Pete Cottell describes the taste as Diet Peach Snapple diluted with club soda.
accelerator
Peach Paradise (12-Pack)
It is a mild energy drink with 150 mg of caffeine that does not cause headaches or jitters. The peach flavor isn’t overly sweet, but other flavors are included, including Tropical Punch and Rocket Pop.
g fuel
Snow Cones (12-Pack)
Reportedly the official energy drink of Esports, and contains 300 mg of caffeine. One Reddit commenter said, “It tastes like a joker.”
Evil spirit
Sour Patch Kids Blue Raspberry (12-Pack)
Most flavors are discounted, including Swedish Fish, Warheads Sour Black Cherry, and Tropical Mango. Reviewer Pete Cottell says this drink will give you energy for about an hour, a flatulence, and a slight headache.
Power up with unlimited access wiredGet best-in-class reporting and exclusive client content that is too important to ignore, Subscribe today,
