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'''Soylent (meal replacement)'''
[[File:Soylent.svg|thumb|right|The Soylent logo]]


[[Soylent]] is a brand of [[meal replacement]] products that are sold in the United States, as well as in other countries. The name Soylent is a reference to the 1973 film ''[[Soylent Green]]'', which was based on the 1966 science fiction novel ''[[Make Room! Make Room!]]'' by [[Harry Harrison (writer)|Harry Harrison]].
'''Soylent''' is a brand of [[meal replacement]] products that was introduced in 2013. It was developed by [[Rob Rhinehart]] and his team as a solution to the inefficiencies of traditional food production and consumption. Soylent products are designed to provide a complete nutritional profile in a convenient form, suitable for those who may not have the time or resources to prepare traditional meals.


==History==
== History ==
Soylent was created by Rob Rhinehart, a software engineer, who sought to develop a food product that could provide all the essential nutrients required by the human body. The initial concept was to create a powdered meal replacement that could be mixed with water to form a drink. The first version of Soylent was released in 2013 after a successful crowdfunding campaign.


Soylent was introduced in 2014 by [[Rosa Labs]], a Los Angeles-based company. The creator of Soylent, [[Rob Rhinehart]], developed the formula for the product as a self-experiment in nutrition.
== Products ==
Soylent offers a variety of products, including ready-to-drink beverages, powders, and bars. These products are formulated to provide a balanced intake of [[macronutrients]] and [[micronutrients]].


==Products==
=== Ready-to-Drink ===
[[File:Soylent drink.jpg|thumb|left|A bottle of Soylent ready-to-drink meal replacement]]
Soylent's ready-to-drink products are available in several flavors and are designed for convenience. Each bottle contains a complete meal with a balance of [[protein]], [[carbohydrates]], and [[fats]], along with essential vitamins and minerals.


Soylent's product line includes [[Soylent Drink]], a ready-to-drink meal in a bottle, and Soylent Powder, which the consumer mixes with water. The company also produces Soylent Squared, a 100-calorie mini meal bar.
=== Powder ===
Soylent powder is designed to be mixed with water to create a meal replacement shake. It offers flexibility in portion size and can be customized to meet individual nutritional needs.


==Nutrition==
=== Bars ===
Soylent bars provide a solid form of meal replacement, offering the same nutritional benefits as the drinks and powders in a more portable form.


Soylent products are designed to provide all the elements of a healthy diet, without requiring traditional food. They contain [[protein]], [[carbohydrates]], [[lipids]], and [[micronutrients]].
== Nutritional Profile ==
Soylent products are engineered to meet the daily nutritional requirements of an average adult. They contain a blend of [[soy protein]], [[isomaltulose]], [[high oleic sunflower oil]], and other ingredients to provide a balanced diet. The products are also fortified with essential [[vitamins]] and [[minerals]].


==Reception==
== Controversies ==
 
Soylent has faced some controversies, particularly regarding its labeling and marketing practices. In 2017, the company faced scrutiny over its compliance with [[California Proposition 65]], which requires warnings on products containing certain chemicals.
Soylent has been both praised for its convenience and criticized for its taste and texture. Some dietitians have expressed concern about the product's reliance on [[vitamin]] and [[mineral]] supplements, rather than whole foods.
 
==See also==


== Related pages ==
* [[Meal replacement]]
* [[Meal replacement]]
* [[Protein shake]]
* [[Rob Rhinehart]]
* [[Liquid diet]]
* [[Nutritional supplement]]


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[[Category:Food and drink introduced in 2013]]
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[[Category:Companies based in Los Angeles]]
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Latest revision as of 14:32, 22 February 2025

The Soylent logo

Soylent is a brand of meal replacement products that was introduced in 2013. It was developed by Rob Rhinehart and his team as a solution to the inefficiencies of traditional food production and consumption. Soylent products are designed to provide a complete nutritional profile in a convenient form, suitable for those who may not have the time or resources to prepare traditional meals.

History[edit]

Soylent was created by Rob Rhinehart, a software engineer, who sought to develop a food product that could provide all the essential nutrients required by the human body. The initial concept was to create a powdered meal replacement that could be mixed with water to form a drink. The first version of Soylent was released in 2013 after a successful crowdfunding campaign.

Products[edit]

Soylent offers a variety of products, including ready-to-drink beverages, powders, and bars. These products are formulated to provide a balanced intake of macronutrients and micronutrients.

Ready-to-Drink[edit]

A bottle of Soylent ready-to-drink meal replacement

Soylent's ready-to-drink products are available in several flavors and are designed for convenience. Each bottle contains a complete meal with a balance of protein, carbohydrates, and fats, along with essential vitamins and minerals.

Powder[edit]

Soylent powder is designed to be mixed with water to create a meal replacement shake. It offers flexibility in portion size and can be customized to meet individual nutritional needs.

Bars[edit]

Soylent bars provide a solid form of meal replacement, offering the same nutritional benefits as the drinks and powders in a more portable form.

Nutritional Profile[edit]

Soylent products are engineered to meet the daily nutritional requirements of an average adult. They contain a blend of soy protein, isomaltulose, high oleic sunflower oil, and other ingredients to provide a balanced diet. The products are also fortified with essential vitamins and minerals.

Controversies[edit]

Soylent has faced some controversies, particularly regarding its labeling and marketing practices. In 2017, the company faced scrutiny over its compliance with California Proposition 65, which requires warnings on products containing certain chemicals.

Related pages[edit]