MadeGood Granola Bars, 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.
- Sodium
- Added Sugar
- Fiber
Verdict
MadeGood Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip are pre-packaged, sweet snack bars. Their main strength is very low sodium, while their main tradeoff is a high proportion of added sugar. Overall, they function as a convenient, dessert-like option for on-the-go needs.
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 balanced snack plate.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by a high concentration of sweeteners relative to the total calorie count. While the salt content is minimal, there is very little fiber or protein to balance the refined carbohydrates.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 3.5g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 10mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs | 17g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 6g | — |
| Added Sugars | 6g | 12% |
| Protein | 2g | — |
| Vitamin D | 4mcg | 20% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 50mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
These bars are built from gluten-free oats and a combination of agave, brown rice, and invert cane syrups. The inclusion of vegetable extracts and agar indicates a formulated approach designed for shelf-stability and a consistent texture.
Ingredients
Pure Gluten Free Oats*, Agave Syrup*, Chocolate Chips* (Cane Sugar*, Unsweetened Chocolate*, Cocoa Butter*), Brown Rice Syrup*, Sunflower Oil*, Invert Cane Syrup*, Brown Rice Crisps*, Vegetable Extracts (Spinach, Broccoli, Carrots, Tomatoes, Beets, Shiitake Mushrooms), Natural Flavor*, Agar*, Salt. * Organic.
