Cascadian Farm
Flavor:
Sweet & Salty Peanut Pretzel Chewy Granola Bar
Ingredients:
Peanuts*, Tapioca Syrup*, Whole Grain Oats*, Cane Sugar*, Wheat Flour*, Rice Flour*, Palm, Kernel Oil*, Sunflower Oil, Glycerin, Cocoa Powder*, Salt, Sunflower Lecithin, Natural Flavor, Soybean Oil*, Barley Malt*, Raisin Juice Concentrate*, Baking Soda, Annato* (for color).
*Organic
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, the Cascadian Farm Sweet & Salty Peanut Pretzel Chewy Granola Bar falls short in our evaluation for cleaner food options. Despite being organic and non-GMO, the product has significant drawbacks due to its ingredient profile. The presence of added sugars, such as cane sugar and tapioca syrup, detracts from its healthfulness. Furthermore, the inclusion of potentially harmful additives like natural flavor and glycerin, along with harmful oils such as soybean oil and palm kernel oil, further diminishes its standing.
The bar is made with organic peanuts, whole grain oats, and wheat flour, which are nutritious components. However, these positive attributes are overshadowed by the less desirable ingredients. The use of added sugars is a concern, as they contribute to the overall sugar content and can have negative health implications when consumed frequently. The cane sugar and tapioca syrup, specifically, are penalized for their role in increasing the sugar content.
In addition to added sugars, the product contains ingredients like natural flavor and glycerin. While ‘natural flavor’ is a broad term that can encompass a range of substances, it is often scrutinized for its lack of transparency. Glycerin, used here as a humectant to maintain moisture, is typically safe but is not preferred by those seeking the cleanest food options. The inclusion of soybean oil and palm kernel oil is also problematic. Soybean oil is often criticized for its high omega-6 fatty acid content, which can contribute to inflammation when consumed in excess. Palm kernel oil, on the other hand, raises concerns due to its saturated fat content and the environmental impact of palm oil cultivation.
Overall, while the Cascadian Farm Sweet & Salty Peanut Pretzel Chewy Granola Bar carries the benefits of organic and non-GMO ingredients, its composition is marred by the inclusion of added sugars, questionable additives, and oils that are considered harmful in the context of a clean eating philosophy. There is room for improvement to elevate the healthfulness and purity of this product.
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