Love Grown

Love Grown Chocolate Comet Crispies earns a 3/5 green leaves rating. This cereal positions itself as a cleaner eating option in a market saturated with unhealthy choices. It boasts a unique bean blend of navy beans, lentils, and garbanzo beans, combined with brown rice. This composition offers a departure from the traditional all-grain bases found in many cereals. Additionally, the product avoids the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), aligning with the preferences of health-conscious consumers.

However, the product is not organic, which detracts from its clean food credentials, as many consumers associate organic products with higher quality and environmental stewardship. The presence of dried cane syrup as a sweetener is a notable concern. Added sugars, even in organic or less processed forms like cane syrup, are often criticized for their potential health impacts, which include contributing to obesity, diabetes, and other metabolic issues.

Furthermore, the cereal contains natural flavor, a term that encompasses a range of possible ingredients, some of which may raise health concerns among the most cautious consumers. While natural flavors are derived from real food sources, the ambiguity of the term does not provide full transparency about what consumers are ingesting. This lack of clarity is a setback for those seeking the purest food options.

The inclusion of sunflower oil and sunflower lecithin is worth mentioning. These ingredients are common in processed foods, and while not inherently harmful, they do not contribute to the product’s healthful image. Vitamin E is added to maintain freshness, which is a beneficial aspect as it may help extend the shelf-life without resorting to more controversial preservatives.

Love Grown Chocolate Comet Crispies represents a middle ground in the quest for healthier breakfast options. While it incorporates legumes for added nutrition and avoids GMOs, it falls short by not being organic and including added sugars and ambiguous natural flavors. This product may appeal to those seeking a moderately healthier cereal but leaves room for improvement for the most health-focused consumers.