Vitamins & Minerals
Both Huel and yfood contain 26 vitamins and minerals, check out the breakdown below…
Yfood contains Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folic acid, Vitamin B12, Biotin and Pantothenic acid. As well as the minerals Potassium, Chloride, Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium, Chromium, Molybdenum and Iodine.
Huel contains Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Biotin, Pantothenic acid and Choline. Minerals include Sodium, Potassium & Chloride, Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium, Chromium, Molybdenum and Iodine. Phytonutrients include Avenanthramides, Beta-Carotene, Ferulic acid, Lignans, Tocols, Lycopene, Lutein and Zeaxanthin.
Pros & Cons Compared
Yfood Pros and Cons
Pros
- Five delicious flavours
- Smooth, milkshake like texture
- Shelf life of 12 months from production
- One drink contains 500 kcal, which is 25% of an adult's daily energy needs
Cons
- Affordability at £3.50 per bottle
- Classic range isn’t suitable for Vegan’s
Huel Pros and Cons
Pros
- Eight tasty flavours
- Simply shake and drink, no mixing required
- Easy to drink on the go
- 15 months shelf life from production
- Bottle is 100% recyclable, and it's made of 51% recycled plastic
- Vegan
Cons
- Affordability at £3.50 per bottle
- Can’t add any other ingredients
Taste & Texture - Which Is Best?
The Huel ready-to-drink range boasts 8 flavours which include chocolate, banana, vanilla, cinnamon swirl, iced coffee caramel, strawberries and cream, berry and salted caramel.
Huel has a lot more of a thicker, grittier taste than Yfood however the ready to drink bottles are noticeably smoother than the powder. Yfood has a smooth milkshake like consistency.
Yfood is available in 5 flavours including Banana, Cold Brew Coffee, Chocolate, Vanilla and Fresh Berry.
Snackfully Verdict: Depending on the texture that you prefer would be the decider in whether to go for Yfood or Huel. If you prefer a thicker shake, Huel would be the best option for you, however if you are looking for a smoother consistency grab Yfood. Both options are ready to drink, just a quick shake and you’re ready to go!