RX Bar Oatmeal

The RX Bar Oatmeal Chocolate Granola earns a rating of 2 out of 5 green leaves on our scale. This evaluation reflects the product’s failure to meet the standards for cleaner food options as defined by our website’s criteria. The granola is not organic, which leads to a deduction in its overall score. Additionally, the presence of GMO ingredients further lowers its rating.

The product contains coconut sugar, which is a form of added sugar. While some consumers may prefer natural sweeteners, the inclusion of any added sugars detracts from the product’s healthfulness. Moreover, the granola includes natural flavors, a term that often masks a variety of undisclosed chemical compounds, raising concerns about potential health impacts.

A significant point of contention is the use of canola oil. Despite its prevalence in food products, canola oil is often processed and may contain trans fats, which are detrimental to health. Its presence in the RX Bar Oatmeal Chocolate Granola is a notable factor in the product’s suboptimal score.

While the granola does feature ingredients such as oats, almonds, almond butter, dates, egg whites, and chocolate, which can be part of a nutritious diet, the benefits of these whole foods are overshadowed by the inclusion of less desirable ingredients. The use of almonds and almond butter provides a source of healthy fats and protein, and dates offer natural sweetness along with fiber. However, these positive aspects are insufficient to outweigh the product’s shortcomings.

The RX Bar Oatmeal Chocolate Granola’s score reflects its position as a food product that does not align with our mission to promote cleaner eating. The presence of added sugars, potentially harmful additives, and harmful oils, compounded by the lack of organic certification and use of GMO ingredients, results in a product that falls short of our standards for health and cleanliness in food choices.