GEM makes a multivitamin alternative that blends 15+ whole foods, botanicals, probiotics, vitamins, and minerals in one bite.

Health & Wellness

GEM earns mixed reviews: many find the whole-food vitamin bites innovative and report benefits like better energy, improved mood and digestion, reduced inflammation, deeper sleep, and vivid dreams, while others say the bites taste earthy or unpleasant, feel gritty and too large, and deliver inconsistent results. Reviews also flag strong flavor variation across Citrus Ginger, Cacao, Lemon Raspberry, and Chocolate Cherry Sleep, plus recurring complaints about unwanted auto-shipments and difficulty canceling—making GEM compelling for efficacy and format but polarizing on taste and trust.

Cacao Gem

Chocolate Cherry Sleep Gem

Citrus Ginger Gem

Lemon raspberry 

Supplements

Food

I'm having the same problem, their customers service sucks, no phone contact. 

I like the idea of GEM, but their customer service sucks. No phone contact, essentially talking to AI. 

Skin Loving Antiperspirant Deodorant

Solar Screen SPF 50+ Hydrating Face Sunscreen Serum

Almond and Toffee Body and Hair Mist

Coconut Vanilla Body and Hair Mist 90ml

Watermelon Fresh Body and Hair Mist

Solar Screen SPF 50+ Lightweight Face Sunscreen Fluid

Sleep Aid, Nighttime Bite, Melatonin Free, L-Theanine, Magnesium, Valerian Root Extract | Vegan and Gluten Free

Chill-Out Calm Bite 

Daily Bite

Triple Whitening Toothpaste

Energy Aid Bite

 The surprise subscription I felt was sneaky and it left a worst taste in my mouth than the product. Which I thought GEM put more thought and detail into marketing in packaging and less into the actual product. Especially because this product isn't backed by anything reputable. 

EDIT: I’m updating my review after using the product for about another month (for ~2 months total). +1 star because I’m noticing improvements to my mood, energy, and digestion. Again, it’s hard to make concrete conclusions about the impact of a vitamin, but from my experience, try GEM for about 2 months to see if it helps. The flavor did get better over time! 

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ORIGINAL REVIEW:

This product is super interesting but has left me sort of conflicted. The quick summary is that these whole-food edible vitamins are high-quality and an exciting start to the morning, but they ultimately do not taste good enough to sustain over time. 

What’s interesting about GEM is their form factor and content—each bite is a cube of mashed up foods, holding enough nutrients to fill the gaps in a person’s daily nutrition. And I do believe that these ingredients helped me feel a bit better and support my overall health. However, my first impression of them was…sad. 

I was super excited to try the bites out, but as soon as I opened them, I couldn’t get over the strange smell. The citrus ginger flavor (the default for a new subscriber) did not smell great. The taste was worse. This kinda shocked me because the whole point of the vitamin is that it’s supposed to taste good. So…why did it not taste good?

I will say that over time, the taste got better (or I got used to it). But, I didn’t really get excited to eat the thing everyday. I tried the other flavors (cacao and lemon raspberry), and I can confidently say that the lemon raspberry is the best. The cacao has a weird flavor similar to the citrus ginger. 

As far as the actual benefits I observed, I can say that I felt a bit more energized in my day-to-day, but that’s really it. I think it’s hard to expect a vitamin to drastically improve your life, so it was difficult to notice any substantial changes. I can say it didn’t make me feel bad, so that might be useful!

Overall, I’d say to give the product a try if you can get a good discount on it (which you can). At $55/month, it’s a bit too expensive, and the taste does not make up for the price.

GEM has odd brand positioning. I think more user testing and product development would go a lot further for them.

I love the concept. But couldn't really notice any change in my wellbeing. I also didn't necessarily look forward to eating these bites. It's okay. But wouldn't repurchase or recommend to a friend.

I haven't taken them consistently, but I've tried the new citrus ginger, and I actually really like the flavor. Also really appreciate that they incorporate vitamins and whole (mashed) foods, instead of just powder. 

All of the flavors were kinda earthy and tasted like dirt except for the Citrus Ginger flavor . I had gotten a free GEM Essentials Sampler Pack. Which included five of each of their Daily Essentials flavors which were Cacao, Chocolate Cherry Sleep, and Citrus Ginger.  The Chocolate Cherry Sleep worked well to put me in a deep sleep, I just couldn't get over the taste. Citrus Ginger was the best tasting out of the bunch and also gave me an increase of energy. Lastly the Cacao was bitter tasting and I didn't see much of a change it was claiming to help boost your mood. Very chewy but grainy texture off putting and they're very pricey. I don't recommend!     

I really like the Citrus Ginger flavor, but a couple other flavors I tried just tasted gross. No idea if I feel different, I'm kinda just putting some trust in it for now. BUT... I have dreams now... Like I rarely remember dreams but when I started taking this after the first couple days I started remembering my dreams EVERY night! It was so weird! I am certain it was GEM because of the timing of when they occurred, also when I didn't take one I didn't remember my dream that night. Unfortunately that part kinda wore off :( I think my body got used to whatever was doing that. Anyway, I loved that and the Citrus Ginger flavor, but they are very expensive. The cost and only one good flavor is why I'm giving it a 3 star. Also I want the dreams to come back.

the taste can be difficult - honestly found it easier to just swallow a pill that chew a big chunk. Did really like the packaging and the general idea of the product. Took for 3 months and did not notice a major difference in my body or energy levels.

I liked the GEM PRODUCT —-BUT THEY KEEP SENDING ME MORE AND MORE CHARGING TO MY CREDIT CARD . I have MONTHS worth of the product and cancelled the subscription but another package came again . 
I did not want to have to write a bad review because I like the product I just don’t like having so much of it and for them to send me more than I possibly could consume. 
I am hoping this is not happening to everyone. And I will remove this experience or correct it if they will correct the problem. I would be very hesitant to buy anymore because I’m afraid they would send me way too much of it. 

I just wish it tasted better or they made this wonderful concoction into pill form. 

I have only tried the Cacao sleep essentials because I have a hard time sleeping and let me tell you, this product works! It tastes horrible, but it gets the job done! They claim this product helps you "Fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up restored. " and they speak nothing but the truth! I am a forever customer. 

Possibly explore more flavor profiles (savory, sour, spicy)

I like this company and their mission. Conceptually this product is quite innovative. Instead of taking multi-vitamin pills that have a nasty-metallic after taste and give your fluorescent urine, or sugar-laden gummies, using whole food ingredients to deliver essential nutrients for optimal absorption sounds great!  They also use targeted vitamins and ingredients for optimal health, immunity, calm, and sleep. After trying all their products, the one I use regularly is their immunity blend which unfortunately, they are phasing out. I've use their daily essentials, especially like their cacao flavor. While my review of a similar product, Rootless, was a bit ruthless, my review of Daily Gem is not! Why? Because they have figured out how to package the taste of seaweed/algae with the right ingredients - even though they may have "sweet" flavor profiles, they are counter-balanced with tangy (citrus), spicy (ginger), and the use of cocoa/cacao, which blends wells with the seaweed. They figured out the right mix.  This is a whole-food, good-for-you, power-packed supplement goodness! I highly recommend!



I really love the concept behind this product. Unfortunately, I couldn’t get past the taste and dreaded taking them. For someone who likes earthy flavors, this product might be perfect.

Did thier trial option, I enjoyed them, and the flavor was actually decent. 
In the end the pricign was more than I would pay to get them regulary. however it is a fun way to get yoru vitamins.

I love the idea of almost everything behind this brand. Whole food, plant-based sources, reusable tins for home and travel, and as someone who absolutely hates swallowing pills of any size, but doesn't love the additives/sugars of gummies, I thought the bites were right up my alley.

The taste is palatable but not enjoyable at all (I mean it's a tough challenge). These are probably comparable to those disgusting health shots you try to get down in one gulp but these linger in your mouth even longer.

I also didn't feel any different, and mainly hoping I'd see the difference in the sleep essentials one but on the nights I tried them, I personally had normal or even worse sleep than usual.

Hopefully, they continue to improve but for now, it won't be a repeat buy for me!

The idea behind this multivitamin is right up my alley; I always look for whole food vitamins but hate taking multiple horse pills to get in everything I need. Out of curiosity and high hopes, I ordered Gem's trial and received 3 flavors. You guys...they were one of the more unpalatable things I have had in a long time, and I am not picky. The flavors were abhorrent (but trying to be kind of sophisticated?), but even worse was the texture. It was like like trying to break down hard, chewy chunks of...well...dirt nougat? I can't speak to the efficacy of the supplement because I couldn't get through more than a single chunk of each flavor.  I hope the company can manage to make the experience as pleasant as the idea, but as of now, these just don't hit the mark. 


I am not big on vitamins and supplements, but these bites are tasty and easy to take. I have been using the turmeric ones to ease inflammation for many months. I actually stopped for a few months to see if I felt different, and I definitely noticed that the joint of my big toe that I injured many years ago when I was a runner, was much more painful and swollen when I didn't take the bites. For that reason alone I will continue to use them, as nothing else has helped with the swelling and pain.

I love the ingredients and the formulation (in theory) and I really wanted to like this because of the brand's whole-food approach to nutrition, but it tasted SO BAD that I couldn't finish even a month's supply which is unfortunate because it wasn't cheap.

I tried this product for a month. Then I had to get blood work done. Guess what? My vitamin B, vitamin D, zinc, and magnesium markers were all way too low. This product is useless and a waste of money. My lab work numbers were so much better when I purchased high concentrated vitamins on Amazon a few months ago. 

Desperate for some energy and less brain fog I decided to try Gem again. I had tried Gem a few years ago and hated the taste but that has all changed now. I actually look forward to taking these now. They are expensive but I like that they contain what my body needs. The daily essential is good, it’s citrus flavor is great. The turmeric color stays in your mouth so you definitely need to brush your teeth afterwards. I notice that I have more energy during the day. I look forward to my chocolate treat at night SLEEP and I sleep so much better. Oddly, my menopause hot flashes are even gone. I dream! I even drooled once lol you know you’re sleeping good when you drool! The Calm is my least favorite but still decent. 

I’m really enjoying these products. I feel as if the daily essentials are helping my overall feeling of well being.I like the flavors and plan to continue with this product. Happy to return in 90 days and update.

I've tried repeatedly to cancel this auto ship for three months and they just keep on coming. Next step is disputing all charges with my credit card. Terrible customer service. They still sent them even after receiveing an email acknowledgement.