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For our Kencko smoothies reviews we were given Kenkco smoothies and gumdrops. This post contains affiliate links and we may be compensated if you make a purchase. All opinions are our own.
Written By Alison Chew | Dietitian Verified by Rebecca Housh, MS, RDN
Kencko means “health” in Japan, the country with the longest lifespan, and they are on a mission to help people eat healthily and reach the recommended five cups of fruits and vegetables a day with their instant smoothies, gumdrops, and bowls.
Kencko’s 100% organic single-serve smoothies are filled with the equivalent of 2.5 servings of fruit and vegetables giving you all of the nutritional benefits, like vitamins and fiber, from fresh produce in an easy and portable packet with no added sugar or artificial anything.
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The price per Kencko smoothie is $2.49 to $2.99 each depending on how many smoothies you order and which subscription plan you opt for.
Kencko Gumdrops are $2.99 per packet with 16 packets in each box (4 x 4 flavors) for a total of $47.84 with free shipping.
Kencko Bowls are $6.90 per meal with 12 meals in each box (choose from 5 flavors) for a total of $82.80 with free shipping.
You can subscribe for regular deliveries with the ability to swap flavors, skip months, and cancel at any time.
All orders come with FREE carbon-neutral shipping.
Kencko currently ships to the US, EU member states, and Singapore. In a continued effort to reduce their impact on the planet, Kenkco monitors, measures and offsets all the emissions from shipping with the help of their shipping partner DHL.
This means that every time you order from Kencko, they invest in certified climate protection and carbon management projects that neutralize the impact of shipping your box.
Past projects include reforestation efforts in Uganda and Panama, alternative irrigation methods in India, and the distribution of efficient cooking stoves in Lesotho. These projects not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also support local communities through social and economic benefits. SHOP NOW >>
Kencko smoothies, gumdrops, and bowls are only available through their website or on Amazon.
Getting started with Kencko is super easy. Simply select the number of Kencko smoothies you would like to order as well as your desired frequency, one-time, or subscribe for auto-delivery every 2 weeks or 4 weeks.
TIP: The more you order, the lower the price per smoothie. Remember, these smoothies are shelf-stable so you don’t have to worry about them going bad. We say stock up and save!
Kencko’s 100% organic single-serve smoothies are filled with the equivalent of 2.5 servings of fruit and vegetables giving you all of the nutritional benefits, like vitamins and fiber, from fresh produce in an easy and portable smoothie with no added sugar or chemicals.
These smoothies are also free of gluten and common allergens and easy to make (no blender required).
How does Kencko get 2.5 servings of fruit and vegetables in each smoothie packet while retaining the healthy stuff?
All of the organic fruits and vegetables are flash-frozen to retain the vitamins, minerals, fiber, carbohydrates, and protein, then slow-dried to remove water and to preserve taste and color, and finally blended in small batches along with spices to create the healthy smoothie flavors you see below.
Plus, the little packets are compostable! This means less waste in our landfills and more love for our planet. SHOP NOW >>
Selecting your smoothie flavors is the fun part! Each of the 15+ functional smoothie flavors, named after colors, is packed with essential nutrients from organic fruits, vegetables, and spices and is vegan-friendly.
Best of all there are no additives!
Select from the “Power Up” collection for natural energy, the “Get Glowing” collection for skin health, or the “Stay Sharp” collection for cognitive support.
We recommend trying as many Kencko smoothie flavors as you can, even the flavors that you think you might not like because we were pleasantly surprised. SHOP NOW >>
Yes! Most of the Kencko smoothies that I’ve tried I really liked, but there are, of course, some that I didn’t. It’s really up to your taste and we recommend reading the ingredient list before selecting your smoothies.
TIP: I’ve found that if there is a spice, like cinnamon or ginger, you can definitely taste it. So if you don’t like one of the spices you may want to avoid that particular flavor.
We have listed the flavors that we love below as well as some flavor surprises.
The only Kencko smoothie flavor that I absolutely would not recommend or order again is the Ultra Greens. This smoothie has a strong grassy/kale taste and is very bitter and not sweet at all.
This smoothie tasted so bad that I couldn’t even drink it.
We’ve only tried Kencko with water, but they do recommend adding your favorite chilled water, milk, or mylk. On each smoothie packet, they have recommendations or you can check out their mixology page for more details.
Watch the how-to video below for details. SHOP NOW >>
Making a delicious Kencko smoothie is super easy and can be done in less than 1 minute.
Simply add your liquid up to the line on the Kencko bottle, add the smoothie powder into water or your favorite milk/mylk, and shake for 60 seconds for a quick and healthy breakfast, snack, or afternoon drink.
TIP: Be sure to break up any clumps in your smoothie pouch before adding it to the shaker and shake your smoothies very well so that the freeze-dried fruits and veggies are able to dissolve into the liquid.
Yes! Kencko smoothies are worth it! For me, Kencko smoothies help me reach my daily goal of fruits and veggies and allow me to support a diverse gut microbiome by making it easy to consume the recommended 30+ plants each week.
In addition, they are super portable and easy to take with me to the gym, while traveling, or on the go. I also love that the smoothies pouches are compostable.
I recommend buying the 60-packet box, which brings your smoothies down to $2.50/each. That’s less than a cup of coffee at your local coffee shop!
Kencko has launched organic fruit and vegetable gumdrops that will satisfy your sweet tooth without refined sugars or artificial sweeteners.
Each gumdrop packet contains one (1) full serving of fruits and vegetables, plus 3.5g of gut-friendly fiber, and is under 100 calories.
These little gumdrops are vegan as Kencko has skipped the gelatin and instead used pectin, derived from citrus fruit, as the setting agent. SHOP NOW >>
Kencko gumdrops come in four flavors including Berrylicious, Passionista, Gingerella, and Bananarama.
Our favorite is the Berrylicious as it packs a strawberry punch that this berry fanatic loves, followed by the Bananarama, which we found doesn’t actually have a strong banana taste and instead tastes more like an apple.
The Passionista was good as well but had a taste (maybe the turmeric?) that lingered.
And finally, the Gingerella has the spicy ginger taste that ginger lovers will go crazy for. I’m not a fan of ginger so this one was a pass for me, but my husband loved them. SHOP NOW >>
We all know that eating more fruits and veggies is good for us and that we should opt for a salad over pizza or strawberries over cupcakes, but knowing what to do and actually doing it is hard. Sometimes we need a little support.
Kencko understands and has a registered dietician on staff that is available to offer free nutritional consultations to all active members. You heard that right! If you have an active subscription you can speak to a real live registered dietician and get advice on healthy food choices, weight loss, getting in shape, and more.
When you sign up you will receive an email from their Head of Nutrition explaining the service and how to access it. SHOP NOW >>
Kencko delivers 100% organic, shelf-stable, single-serve smoothies and bowls filled with the equivalent of 2.5-4 servings of fruit and vegetables directly to your door.
And with over 15 smoothie flavors and 5 bowl flavors to choose from, each giving you all of the nutritional benefits, like vitamins and fiber, from fresh produce in an easy and portable packet with no added sugar or chemicals, you will never get bored.
We love that Kencko smoothies are organic, healthy, and full of all-natural fruits and vegetables without anything artificial. We also love that they are just $2.49 and can be made in under 1 min, stored in your kitchen cabinet because they are shelf-stable, and clean up is a breeze with the dishwasher-safe shaker bottle.
These smoothies are less expensive compared to many of the smoothie alternatives on the market (or your morning cup of coffee), but they are less filling compared to traditional smoothies made with whole ingredients, fresh or frozen, and I wouldn’t recommend them as a meal replacement. They are however great for a morning or afternoon snack or in addition to your morning breakfast.
I recommend Kencko to anyone looking to boost their intake of organic fruits and vegetables, those looking for a healthy snack or breakfast, or anyone looking for a portable on-the-go smoothie or meal option. SHOP NOW >>
Looking for more smoothie options? Check out our Smoothie and Shake directory >>
| This post has been reviewed and approved by our dietitian Rebecca Housh, MS, RDN, LDN for nutritional accuracy. | |
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 | Rebecca Housh is a registered dietitian based in Chicago, IL. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology from Boston University and a Master of Science in Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois in Chicago. Rebecca is passionate about the idea of food as medicine in both preventative and therapeutic care. Her current professional interests lie in food security, food access, and nutrition for chronic disease. |
