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Go Macro Bars
Flavor:
Mocha Chocolate Chip
Ingredients:
Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Organic Almond Butter, Organic Protein Blend (Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Protein, Organic Pea Protein), Organic Puffed Brown Rice, Organic Sunflower Seed Butter, Organic Chocolate Chips (Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Cocoa, Organic Cocoa Butter), Organic Cocoa Powder, Organic Coffee, Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Natural Flavor.
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, the Go Macro Bars Mocha Chocolate Chip presents a middle-ground option for health-conscious consumers seeking cleaner food choices. This product garners its score through a mix of positive attributes and areas that raise some concerns.
The bar is composed of entirely organic ingredients, which is a significant plus for those looking to avoid pesticides and chemicals often found in non-organic foods. Moreover, it is non-GMO, ensuring consumers are not ingesting genetically modified organisms, a preference for many seeking natural food options.
However, the product loses ground with the inclusion of added sugars. Coconut sugar, while often marketed as a healthier alternative to refined sugar, is still a form of sugar and contributes to the overall caloric and sugar content of the bar. More concerning is the presence of brown rice syrup, a sweetener that not only adds additional sugars but also has been flagged for its potential to contain arsenic. This ingredient notably impacts the product’s score, reflecting the heightened caution around its consumption.
Another ingredient that affects the rating is ‘natural flavor.’ The term ‘natural flavor’ is broad and can encompass a variety of sources, some of which may not align with the clean eating values of some consumers. The lack of transparency regarding what ‘natural flavor’ actually means in this context is a drawback for those who prioritize ingredient clarity.
The Go Macro Bars Mocha Chocolate Chip sits in a competitive market where discerning customers are increasingly seeking out products with minimal processing and transparent ingredient lists. While this product does offer several organic, non-GMO ingredients, the addition of sugars and ambiguous ‘natural flavors’ detracts from its overall appeal to those aiming for the cleanest food options. This bar represents a compromise, offering some desirable features while also containing elements that some consumers may find less appealing in their pursuit of a healthy diet.
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