GoMacro Heartwarming Reatreat MacroBars, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Protein
- Sodium
- Fiber
- Added Sugar
Verdict
GoMacro Heartwarming Reatreat MacroBars, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip are dense, shelf-stable energy bars. Their main strength is a high protein content for this category, while their main tradeoff is a significant amount of added sugar. Overall, they function as a portable fuel source for when fresh food is unavailable.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with a piece of fresh fruit or a handful of raw almonds for a more complete snack plate.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a strong protein and fiber presence, though this is offset by a high concentration of sugars. Sodium levels are notably low for a pre-packaged bar.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 270 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 9g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs | 35g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 13g | — |
| Added Sugars | 12g | 24% |
| Protein | 12g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 154mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
The bars are built from a base of brown rice syrup, sunflower seed butter, and a blend of sprouted brown rice and pea proteins. This formulation is heavily sweetened with maple sugar and rice syrup, and utilizes natural flavors to round out the chocolate chip profile.
Ingredients
Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Organic Sunflower Seed Butter, Organic Protein Blend (Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Protein, Organic Pea Protein), Organic Gluten-Free Rolled Oats, Organic Chocolate Chips (Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Cocoa, Organic Cocoa Butter), Organic Crispy Brown Rice (Organic Brown Rice, Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Sea Salt), Organic Maple Sugar, Organic Natural Flavor, Organic Puffed Brown Rice, Sea Salt. Manufactured in a facility that processes peanuts and tree nuts.
