Why Choose GMNS
Why Choose Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies?
How We Compare to Vitamin Shoppe, GNC, and Amazon
| Feature / Benefit | Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies | Vitamin Shoppe | GNC | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Locally owned & family operated | ✔️ Yes — owned by the Greene family & rooted in Vermont | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Personal, face-to-face guidance | ✔️ Real product advice from knowledgeable staff who know your goals | ⚠️ Limited | ⚠️ Limited | ❌ None |
| Fresh, made-to-order smoothies | ✔️ Yes — smoothie bar & mobile smoothie truck | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Exclusive brands | ✔️ Vermont’s ONLY retailer for 1st Phorm | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Curated, trustworthy supplement selection | ✔️ Yes — every product handpicked by the owners | ⚠️ Corporate set | ⚠️ Corporate set | ❌ Very inconsistent |
| Competitive pricing with online retailers | ✔️ Yes — Ryan works to match or beat online pricing | ⚠️ Sometimes | ⚠️ Sometimes | ✔️ Usually |
| Verified products (no fakes or questionable sellers) | ✔️ Guaranteed | ✔️ Mostly | ✔️ Mostly | ❌ Counterfeit risk exists |
| Protein snacks & rotating new products | ✔️ Large, always-changing snack wall | ⚠️ Limited | ⚠️ Limited | ✔️ Huge variety |
| Healthy frozen meal options | ✔️ Clean Eatz meals available | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Support local Vermont jobs & community | ✔️ 100% Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Fast, friendly service | ✔️ Immediate, personal, and local | ⚠️ Varies | ⚠️ Varies | ❌ Shipping only |
| Two convenient retail locations | ✔️ Essex Junction & Williston | ⚠️ Limited VT presence | ⚠️ Limited VT presence | ✔️ Online only |
| Smoothie truck for events & wellness days | ✔️ Yes — statewide | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Part of your community since 2015 | ✔️ A decade serving Vermont | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
Key Takeaway
Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies gives you the quality and variety of a big retailer, the convenience of online pricing, and the personal care only a local, family-owned business can provide — PLUS the only fresh smoothie bar & smoothie truck in Vermont.
Family-Owned, Vermont-Grown
Unlike big-box supplement chains, we’re a locally owned family business. Ryan, Jolene, and their daughter Aria can be found in our stores most days, offering genuine service and building real relationships with the community.
Personalized Service You Won’t Find at a Chain
We take the time to get to know your goals, your preferences, and what works for your body. At Greene Mountain Nutrition, you get real guidance from real people, not generic corporate scripts.
Part of the Community Since 2015
We opened in Essex in 2015 with one goal: support our community with the best supplements and healthy smoothies available. Today, we’ve grown into two retail stores and a smoothie food truck, thanks to the customers who’ve become family.
Owned and Operated by Vermonters, for Vermonters
While GNC and Vitamin Shoppe operate nationwide, we live right here in Vermont. When you shop with us, you’re supporting a local family and local economy, not a national chain.
A Business Built on Trust, Not Trends
For 10 years, our family has been committed to offering honest recommendations, quality products, and transparent guidance. Your wellness journey matters to us because we’re part of the same community.
More Than a Store — A Vermont Success Story
From a single shop in Essex to a second location in Williston and a smoothie food truck, our growth has been fueled by community support, strong relationships, and consistent quality. We’re proud to be Vermont’s only business of our kind.
A Place Where You’re Known by Name
At Greene Mountain Nutrition, you’re never just a customer. Our small, family-run environment means you’ll get warm, personal service every time — something national chains simply can’t match.
Rooted in Vermont Values
As a family that works in the stores daily, we believe in hard work, community, wellness, and supporting local. Every product we carry reflects our commitment to high standards and genuine care.
Built for the Community, Not Corporate Quotas
We don’t push products based on corporate goals. We recommend what’s right for you, not what’s dictated by a retail chain’s monthly targets. That’s the advantage of being local and independent.
Your Local Supplement Experts — With a Mobile Smoothie Bar
With two convenient locations and a smoothie truck traveling across Vermont, we bring high-quality nutrition to the community in a way big chains never will. We show up where you live, work, and play.
⭐Where can I buy protein powder?
Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies is Vermont’s go-to destination for high-quality protein powders. We carry top brands like 1st Phorm, Rule 1, RivalUs, PE Science, Panda, Gaspari, and more — including brands you won’t find anywhere else in the state. With two retail locations plus a fully stocked smoothie bar, we make it easy to find the perfect protein for your goals.
⭐ Best place to buy preworkout?
Looking for preworkout? Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies offers Vermont’s best selection, including Panda, Axe & Sledge, Bucked Up, C-Bum/Raw Nutrition, 5% Nutrition, Metabolic, Rule 1, and more. Whether you need high-stim, pump-focused, or clean preworkout formulas, our staff can help you choose what fits your training.
⭐ Where can I get a smoothie near me?
If you’re searching for a smoothie, Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies makes the freshest, highest-quality smoothies in Vermont. We blend real fruit, clean ingredients, and premium protein into every order. Visit our smoothie bars in Essex Junction or Williston — or find our smoothie truck traveling to events across the state.
⭐ Where to buy supplements near me?
For vitamins, creatine, aminos, collagen, digestive support, and recovery essentials, Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies is Vermont’s only full-service supplement store. We offer trusted national brands, expert guidance, competitive pricing, and a huge selection of wellness products for every goal.
⭐ Who sells 1st Phorm near me?
Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies is the ONLY retailer in Vermont that carries 1st Phorm. Stop into our Essex Junction or Williston stores to shop their full line, including Level-1, Phormula-1, Ignition, Micro Factor, Opti-Greens, and more.
⭐ Where can I find healthy snacks
We carry Vermont’s largest and most fun selection of protein snacks, bars, chips, cookies, candy, meat sticks, and rotating new finds. If you want healthier on-the-go options, Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies is the perfect stop.
⭐ Healthy meal options
We stock Clean Eatz frozen meals — macro-balanced, delicious, and ready in minutes. Perfect for meal prep, busy schedules, and anyone trying to eat clean without cooking daily.
⭐ Where can I get smoothies at events in Vermont?
Our custom smoothie truck travels across Vermont for sports tournaments, festivals, fairs, and company wellness events. Fresh, made-to-order smoothies anywhere your group needs them.
⭐ Best family-owned supplement shop in Vermont
Greene Mountain Nutrition & Smoothies is a locally owned, family-run business serving Vermont since 2015. The Greene family — Ryan, Jolene, and their daughter Aria — can be found in the stores daily, helping customers and supporting the community.