Michele's Original Granola
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Michele's Granola Original Granola is a baked breakfast cereal made from oats and seeds. Its main strength is a simple, recognizable formulation, while its main tradeoff is the amount of added sugar. Overall, it serves as a sweet accent for morning meals or snacks.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it sprinkled over a bowl of fresh berries and plant-based yogurt.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by high calorie density relative to the serving size, driven by sugars and fats. It is notably low in sodium, which is a positive for a prepared cereal product.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs | 15g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 6g | — |
| Added Sugars | 5g | 10% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 110mg | 2% |
| Calories | 140 | Per serving |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from gluten-free oats, brown sugar, and canola oil, supplemented with sunflower seeds, almonds, and coconut. This combination of whole grains and seeds creates a moderately processed formulation that relies on basic pantry staples for flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Our Simple Ingredients: Organic Gluten-Free Oats, Organic Brown Sugar, Expeller-Pressed Canola Oil, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Almonds, Organic Unsweetened Coconut, Pure Vanilla Extract.
