Across 8 recorded scans from 21 August 2026 to 4 October 2026, Garden of Life's single-scan score moved from 11.8% to 12.7%, up 0.9 percentage points. Latest recorded scan 12.7% on 4 October 2026; combined-window score 11.6%.
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Individual recorded scans. Each row is one scan on one date. The published combined-window score is 11.6% over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026, measured across every answer in that window — a different sample from any single row below.
Scan date
Single-scan score
21 August 2026
11.8%
24 August 2026
12.2%
30 August 2026
12.7%
6 September 2026
13.1%
13 September 2026
9.6%
20 September 2026
10.4%
27 September 2026
10.0%
4 October 2026
12.7%
Latest scan = one scan. Overall visibility = all answers in the published window.
Visibility across AI platforms
Share of answers naming this brand
ChatGPT
7.8%
Perplexity
16.4%
AI Overviews
10.5%
21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)
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It appears in 16.4% of collected Perplexity answers and 7.8% of ChatGPT answers: a difference of 8.6 percentage points within the published window. This describes where mentions occur; it does not establish why the platforms differ.
Named across 59 of 150 questions.
Garden of Life appears in at least one collected answer to 39.3% of the tracked questions. That is question coverage; the 11.6% visibility score measures its share of individual answers.
Across 8 published scans, visibility ranged from 9.6% to 13.1%. The latest scan was 12.7% on 4 October 2026. Individual scan scores and the published-window score describe different samples.
The brand is named in at least one collected answer to each of these questions.
Best American made protein powder
Best American made supplements
Best American owned supplement companies
Best American protein powder brands
Best American supplement brands
Best American supplements not made in China
Examples from the published question set. A mention on one platform does not mean every platform names the brand.
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Prompts that surface other brands
Different shopping needs can bring other brands into view. An absence here does not necessarily signal a problem.
Best supplements at GNC vs online brands (Thorne, Optimum Nutrition, Transparent Labs)
What supplement brands do American gym goers use (Optimum Nutrition, Cellucor, Ghost Lifestyle)
Best protein powder for men America (Optimum Nutrition, Transparent Labs, Thorne)
Best wellness brands America (Thorne, Bloom Nutrition, Ritual)
Optimum Nutrition alternatives America (Optimum Nutrition, Transparent Labs, Momentous)
Best magnesium for sleep America (Thorne, Momentous, Nature Made)
Competitor names are shown where they appear in the collected examples.
Recorded AI questions and answers
Recorded examples from the scan. Each card pairs a shopper’s prompt with an excerpt from the AI response.
Google AI Overviews
The question asked
Best protein powder America
From the recorded answer
Best Organic / Plant-Based: Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein …
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Recorded answer text · Google AI Overviews · 4 October 2026
The best overall protein powder in the USA is Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey because it offers high protein content, great taste, and third-party testing for purity.
### Top Protein Powders in the USA
- Best Overall: Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey
- Type: Whey isolate and concentrate blend.
- Key Detail: Delivers 24 grams of protein per serving and mixes easily.
- Best Organic / Plant-Based: Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein
- Type: Vegan, plant-based blend (sprouted grains and seeds).
- Key Detail: Contains live probiotics and enzymes for easy digestion.
- Best Clean Ingredients (Third-Party Tested): Transparent Labs 100% Grass-Fed Whey Isolate
- Type: Pure whey protein isolate.
- Key Detail: Free of artificial sweeteners, food dyes, and preservatives.
- Best Budget Option: PEScience Select Protein
- Type: Whey and casein blend.
- Key Detail: Provides a thicker texture and excellent value for daily use.
To help you pick the right one, let me know:
- Your dietary preference (whey, plant-based, or dairy-free)
- Your main goal (muscle building, weight loss, or general recovery)
- Your budget or price range
ChatGPT
The question asked
Best vegan protein powder the US
From the recorded answer
products{"selections":[["turn0product0","Naked Pea Premium Pea Protein"],["turn0product1","Orgain Organic Protein"],["turn0product2","Garden of Life Sport Organic Plant-Based Protein"],["turn0product3","Vega Sport Premium Protein"]]} …
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Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 4 October 2026
I checked current 2026 reviews and comparisons. My top pick for most people in the U.S. is Naked Pea, while Orgain is the better value/taste-oriented everyday option. www.healthline.com
products{"selections":[["turn0product0","Naked Pea Premium Pea Protein"],["turn0product1","Orgain Organic Protein"],["turn0product2","Garden of Life Sport Organic Plant-Based Protein"],["turn0product3","Vega Sport Premium Protein"]]}
### My shortlist
| Pick | Best for | Protein | Why |
|---|---|---:|---|
| Naked Pea | 🥇 Clean/simple | 27 g | One ingredient, yellow pea protein; no artificial sweeteners/flavors. Strong independent-review consensus. www.healthline.comwww.verywellfit.com |
| Orgain Organic Protein | 💰 Everyday/value | 21 g | Pea + brown rice + chia blend, good taste and generally smooth mixing. truepicked.com |
| Garden of Life Sport | 🏋️ Muscle/athletes | 30 g | High protein, organic, and NSF Certified for Sport. www.verywellfit.com |
| Vega Sport Premium | 🏃 Training/recovery | 30 g | Pea/seed-based blend with 5 g BCAAs and NSF Certified for Sport. www.healthline.comwww.verywellfit.com |
If I were buying one:
- Cleanest/simple ingredients: Naked Pea
- Best balance of taste + price: Orgain
- Best for lifting/athletic performance: Vega Sport or Garden of Life Sport
- Best if you hate stevia/artificial sweetness: Naked Pea Unflavored
One important consideration: plant proteins tend to differ in amino-acid profiles, so pea + rice or other multi-source blends can be advantageous if you're using protein powder heavily for muscle building. fortune.com
If you tell me your goal (muscle gain, weight loss, general protein), budget, and whether you want zero sugar/stevia-free, I can narrow it to the best 2-3 options and current U.S. prices.
Perplexity
The question asked
Best American protein powder brands
From the recorded answer
Garden of Life - Best for shoppers seeking plant-based or organic-oriented products; its protein powders were included in ConsumerLab's testing list.
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Recorded answer text · Perplexity · 4 October 2026
The best American protein powder brands depend on your priorities, but these are strong choices:
- Optimum Nutrition - Best overall value and widely available; its Gold Standard Whey is a reliable everyday option and was Forbes Vetted's top overall pick.
- Transparent Labs - Best for a simple whey-isolate formula with minimal additives; Men's Health named its Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate best overall.
- Thorne - Best for quality-focused buyers and athletes seeking rigorous supplement testing; its Whey Protein Isolate is a long-standing expert recommendation.
- Isopure - Best for low-carb or lactose-conscious diets; it specializes in whey isolate products and is widely sold in the U.S.
- Orgain - Best plant-based option for mainstream shoppers, with both vegan and dairy-based products included in independent product testing.
- Naked Nutrition - Best for minimalist ingredient lists, especially unflavored whey; its products were included in ConsumerLab's 2026 protein testing.
- Klean Athlete - Best for competitive athletes who prioritize sport-oriented testing; Forbes Health listed Klean Isolate as a leading athlete-focused option.
- Swolverine - Best whey-isolate alternative; Fortune selected Swolverine Whey Protein Isolate as its best whey powder.
- Nutricost - Best budget-friendly option, with products included among brands tested by ConsumerLab.
- Garden of Life - Best for shoppers seeking plant-based or organic-oriented products; its protein powders were included in ConsumerLab's testing list.
Quick recommendation: Choose Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey for the best balance of price, taste, availability, and protein quality. Choose Transparent Labs or Thorne for a cleaner, higher-end formula, and Orgain for vegan protein.
Look for roughly 20-30 g of protein per serving, limited added sugar, and independent certification or third-party testing, since supplements are not FDA-approved before marketing.
Excerpts from collected AI answers. AI claims are evidence of the response, not verified brand facts.
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In the Found by Flux AI Visibility Index, Garden of Life ranks #6 among 44 tracked brands for Supplements · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). Its visibility is 11.6%. It was named in 416 of 3,599 AI answers across 59 of 150 tracked questions, averaging position 2.9 when mentioned.
Source: Found by Flux · ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. Visibility measures mentions in this sample, not sales or recommendation quality.
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What is this brand’s AI Visibility Score?
Found by Flux records 11.6% AI visibility for Garden of Life in Supplements · United States, measured over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026. It ranks #6 among 44 tracked brands.
How often does AI mention this brand?
Garden of Life was named in 416 of 3,599 collected AI answers, across 59 of 150 tracked questions, for Supplements · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). A mention can include a comparison or qualification; it is not necessarily a recommendation.
How is the AI Visibility Score calculated?
Found divides the number of collected answers naming Garden of Life by all 3,599 answers in the published Supplements · United States sample, then multiplies by 100. The same question set is used across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. See the Found methodology for the scope and limitations.
