Review of 'Taste of Nature' Organic Snack Bar (Brazilian Nut Fiesta)

Taste of Nature - Brazilian Nut Fiesta (vegan)
Overall Rating: 4/5
Summary: mild sweetness, super crunchy and fresh nuts, and soft juicy raisins; they definitely were a tad stingy with the Brazil nuts though. I didn't really get the walnut flavour, even though there are walnuts. The rice crisps added a very nice texture. I would buy this again.

Where to buy: Shopper's Drug Mart, Fortinos, Bulk Barn, Costco, Highland Farms, Metro, Wal-Mart, Wanigan




Ingredients: Raisins*, peanuts*, agave nectar*, sunflower seeds*, almonds*, Brazil nuts*, brown rice syrup*, walnuts*, whole grain brown rice crisps*, pumpkin seeds*, sunflower oil blend* (sunflower oil*, mixed tocopherols, rosemary extract*), agar.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 bar
Calories: 190
     Calories from fat: 110
Total fat: 12g
     Saturated fat: 2g
     Trans fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 5mg
Carbohydrates: 17g
     Fiber: 2g
     Sugars: 5g
Protein: 4g
Calcium: 2%
Iron: 8%

Yay; organic ingredients! The ingredients make for a good nutritional profile and I find that this is a filling bar that I'd definitely buy again. I would have liked more fiber, usually looking for a minimum of 3g.

Other 'Organic Bars' Varieties (all vegan):

• Argentina Peanut Plains
• California Almond Valley (reviewed here)
• Niagara Apple Country (reviewed here)
• Polynesian Coconut Breeze (reviewed here)
• Quebec Cranberry Carnival (reviewed here)

Brand:

• Certified Gluten Free
• Certified Vegan
• Eco Cert
• Non-GMO Certified
• Nothing artificial, no fillers and no chemicals 
• Organic ingredients are supplied through a network of family farms and businesses
• Bars are made in facility in Markham, Ontario, Canada
• Green business practices in manufacturing, packaging and shipping
• Sources Bullfrog green power for processing products
• Recycle food waste to farms for use as animal feed
• Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence
• Alive Awards of Excellence
• LIVERight Award
• No additives/artificial flavours/artificial sweeteners/animal products/dairy/preservatives/simple sugars/Sulphur Dioxide/cholesterol/wheat/gluten; low sodium

Review of 'Taste of Nature' Organic Snack Bar (California Almond Valley)

Taste of Nature - California Almond Valley (vegan)
Overall Rating: 4.5/5
Summary: Oh, so good! It's a thicker bar than I expected and very filling. I loved the texture, with little sesame seeds, chunky, crunchy nuts; and chewy juicy raisins. I enjoyed the sunflower seed flavour as well. The nutritional profile is quite good (except I'd like more protein/fiber) and the ingredients are simple and nutritious. I highly recommend this bar!

Where to buy: Shopper's Drug Mart, Fortinos, Bulk Barn, Costco, Highland Farms, Metro, Wal-Mart, Wanigan




Ingredients: Almonds*, raisins*, sesame seeds*, agave nectar*, sunflower seeds*, brown rice syrup*, pumpkin seeds*, whole grain brown rice crisps*, sunflower oil blend* (sunflower oil*, mixed tocopherols, rosemary extract*), agar.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 bar
Calories: 180
     Calories from fat: 100
Total fat: 11g
     Saturated fat: 1.5g
     Trans fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 10mg
Carbohydrates: 18g
     Fiber: 3g
     Sugars: 10g
Protein: 4g
Calcium: 4%
Iron: 15%

Yay organic ingredients :) :) Great ingredients and a good nutritional profile makes for a filling and nutritious snack bar that I'd definitely buy again.

Other 'Organic Bars' Varieties (all vegan):

• Argentina Peanut Plains
• Brazilian Nut Fiesta (reviewed here)
• Niagara Apple Country (reviewed here)
• Polynesian Coconut Breeze (reviewed here)
• Quebec Cranberry Carnival (reviewed here)

Brand:

• Certified Gluten Free
• Certified Vegan
• Eco Cert
• Non-GMO Certified
• Nothing artificial, no fillers and no chemicals 
• Organic ingredients are supplied through a network of family farms and businesses
• Bars are made in facility in Markham, Ontario, Canada
• Green business practices in manufacturing, packaging and shipping
• Sources Bullfrog green power for processing products
• Recycle food waste to farms for use as animal feed
• Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence
• Alive Awards of Excellence
• LIVERight Award
• No additives/artificial flavours/artificial sweeteners/animal products/dairy/preservatives/simple sugars/Sulphur Dioxide/cholesterol/wheat/gluten; low sodium

Review of 'Rise Bar' Organic Coconut Acai Bars

Rise Bar - Organic Coconut Acai Bars (vegan)
Overall Rating: 4/5
Summary: I really like this bar. It's super moist, very coconutty (and I'm a massive coconut fan), creamy, nutty, and mildly sweet. The nutritional profile is pretty good with 4g of fiber and protein, though I'd like more protein for a 210 calorie bar. Especially on a workout day.

Where to buy: Whole Foods Market, online



Ingredients: almonds, dates, coconut, raisins, brown rice syrup, tapioca syrup, amaranth, acai, sea salt (all ingredients organic).

Nutritional profile
Serving size: 1 bar
Calories: 210
     Calories from fat: 110
Total fat: 12g
     Saturated fat: 4.5g
     Trans fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 70mg
Potassium: 200mg
Total carbohydrates: 23g
     Dietary fiber: 4g
     Sugars: 12g
Protein: 4g
Calcium: 6%
Iron: 6%

Love the ingredients here; they're simple and nutritious. The sugars are all natural and not refined, sodium is minimal, and there's a nice dose of potassium.I'd definitely buy this bar again.

Other 'Rise Bar' Varieties:

• Almond Honey Protein+
• Carob Chip Protein+
• Crunchy Cashew Almond
• Crunchy Macadamia Pineapple
• Crunchy Perfect Pumpkin
• Crunchy Cranberry Apple
• Lemon Cashew Protein+ (vegan)
• Organic Apricot Goji (vegan)
• Organic Blueberry Coconut (vegan)
• Organic Raspberry Pomegranate (vegan)
• Sunflower Cinnamon Protein+

Brand:

• Gluten-free
• Preservative-free
• Dairy-free, Vegan
• 100% organic
• Read about them in the news

Review of 'KIND Healthy Snacks' Cranberry Almond + Antioxidants with Macadamia Nuts

KIND Healthy Snacks -- Cranberry Almond + Antioxidants with Macadamia Nuts (not vegan)
Overall Rating: 4/5
Summary: tart, but very sweet with lots and lots of cranberries. It has a complex texture, which was really nice (fresh and crunchy nuts; honeyed). The nutrition facts are favourable and the ingredients are wholesome, so I'd recommend this bar and brand as well as buy it again, myself. I would recommend this bar.

Where to buy: Bulk Barn, Pharma Plus

 

Ingredients: Almonds, dried cranberries (cranberries, sugar), macadamias, honey, non GMO glucose, crisp rice, chicory root fiber, sunflower oil.

Nutrition Facts*
Serving size: 1 bar
Calories: 190
     Calories from fat: 110
Total fat: 13g
     Saturated: 1.5g
     Trans: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 25mg
Potassium: 130mg
Total carb: 20g
     Dietary fiber: 3g
     Sugar: 11g
Protein: 4g
Vitamin A: 50%
Vitamin C: 50%
Calcium: 4%
Iron: 4%

For 190 calories, you're getting a dose of healthy fats, and low saturated fats. There is a very low sodium content and decent fiber and protein content. The ingredients are wholesome and it's also fortified with a host of vitamins and minerals.

*Full nutritional profile available here.

Other 'KIND' Plus bars:

• Almond Cashew With Flax + Omega 3 (reviewed here)
• Almond Walnut Macadamia + Protein
• Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate + Protein
• Pomegranate Blueberry Pistachio + Antioxidants (reviewed here)
• Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew + Antioxidants
• Blueberry Pecan + Fiber

 Brand:

• Part of the PeaceWorks® group (based on a “not-only-for-profit” business model), founded by Daniel Lubetzky
• Non-GMO
• Winner of Men's Health 'Best Breakfast Bar'; Today 'Blue Ribbon for Best Bar'; Women's Health 'Best  Packaged Food for Women'; Time 'Responsibility Pioneer'; and a host of others
• Gluten-free
• Certified Kosher
• 'Do the KIND thing' Mission

Review of 'Raw More' Superfood Paleo Bar - Coconut

Raw More Superfood Paleo Bar - Coconut (vegan)
Overall Rating: 3/5
Summary: ah, this was not fun to eat...I found it too sour and with an unbearable aftertaste. It was a struggle to finish the last half of the bar. On the positive side, it was creamy and I loved the nice soft chewy texture. It was also very filling with a fantastic nutritional profile (high fiber and protein, low sodium). Points awarded for nutritional content and texture and fillingness. Otherwise...not for me. I wouldn't buy this again.

Where to buy: online



Ingredients: Soaked organic cashews, soaked organic almonds, organic sprouted sunflower seeds, organic coconut flakes, organic buckwheat, raw organic agave nectar, organic golden flax seed, organic coconut oil, organic dates, organic chia seeds, Schinoussa™ organic sea vegetables (spirulina, chlorella, blue green algae E3Live), organic coconut flavor, organic vanilla.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 bar
Calories: 220
     Fat calories: 90
Total fat: 10g
     Saturated fat: 1g
     Trans fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 10mg
Potassium: 110mg
Total Carbohydrates: 22g
     Dietary fiber: 5g
     Sugars: 8g
     Other carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 11g
Vitamin C: 6%
Calcium: 4%
Iron: 8%

The ingredients are great: simple and wholesome...too bad about the taste. I have had raw food bars before and enjoyed them; so, I know it isn't just that I'm not used to the idea of raw foods! The nutrition content is so great, with lots of protein and fiber in 220 calories.

Brand:

• Gluten-free
• Vegan
• Cannot locate official website

Review of 'KIND Healthy Snacks' Madagascar Vanilla Almond

KIND Healthy Snacks -- Madagascar Vanilla Almond (not vegan)
Overall Rating: 4/5
Summary: super nutty; fresh and crunchy nuts; very filling; chewy; mild vanilla but you definitely get the taste; really nice texture. The nutritional profile is fantastic with lots of fiber and protein. I highly recommend this bar.

Where to buy: Bulk Barn, Pharma Plus

 

Ingredients: Mixed nuts (almonds, peanuts, cashews, walnuts), honey, non GMO glucose, chicory root fiber, crisp rice, madagascar vanilla, soy lecithin.

Nutrition Facts*
Serving size: 1 bar
Calories: 210
     Calories from fat: 140
Total fat: 16g
     Saturated: 2g
     Trans: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 15mg
Potassium: 210mg
Total carb: 14g
     Dietary fiber: 5g
     Sugar: 4g
Protein: 7g
Calcium: 6%
Iron: 6%

For 210 calories, you're getting a dose of healthy fats from nuts, and low saturated fats and sodium. Also really great is the very high fiber and protein content. The ingredients are simple and wholesome and it's also fortified with a host of vitamins and minerals.

*Full nutritional profile available here.

Other 'KIND' Nuts and Spice bars:

• Caramel Almond & Sea Salt
• Cashew & Ginger Spice (reviewed here)
• Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt
• Dark Chocolate Chili Almond
• Maple Glazed Pecan & Sea Salt
• Dark Chocolate Cinnamon Pecan
• Dark Chocolate Mocha Almond

 Brand:

• Part of the PeaceWorks® group (based on a “not-only-for-profit” business model), founded by Daniel Lubetzky
• Non-GMO
• Winner of Men's Health 'Best Breakfast Bar'; Today 'Blue Ribbon for Best Bar'; Women's Health 'Best  Packaged Food for Women'; Time 'Responsibility Pioneer'; and a host of others
• Gluten-free
• Certified Kosher
• 'Do the KIND thing' Mission

Review of 'KIND Healthy Snacks' Cashew & Ginger Spice

KIND Healthy Snacks -- Cashew & Ginger Spice (not vegan)
Overall Rating: 4.5/5
Summary: wow, gingery and spicy galore...flavours very true to the name. It's mildly sweetened. This is a fantastic bar, with simple ingredients and a very nutritious nutritional profile (high fiber and protein, healthy fats, etc.). I highly recommend this bar and the brand's commitment to social initiatives.

Where to buy: Bulk Barn, Pharma Plus

 

Ingredients: Cashews, almonds, peanuts, chicory root fiber, honey, non GMO glucose, crisp rice, ginger, sugar, spices, soy lecithin.

Nutrition Facts*
Serving size: 1 bar
Calories: 200
     Calories from fat: 130
Total fat: 14g
     Saturated: 2g
     Trans: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 15mg
Potassium: 190mg
Total carb: 16g
     Dietary fiber: 5g
     Sugar: 4g
Protein: 6g
Calcium: 4%
Iron: 8%
Vitamin E: 15%

For 200 calories, you're getting a dose of healthy fats, and low saturated fats. Also great is the very low sodium content and high fiber and protein content. The ingredients are wholesome and it's also fortified with a host of vitamins and minerals.

*Full nutritional profile available here.

Other 'KIND' Nuts and Spice bars:

• Caramel Almond & Sea Salt
• Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt
• Dark Chocolate Chili Almond
• Maple Glazed Pecan & Sea Salt
• Madagascar Vanilla Almond
• Dark Chocolate Cinnamon Pecan
• Dark Chocolate Mocha Almond
  

 Brand:

• Part of the PeaceWorks® group (based on a “not-only-for-profit” business model), founded by Daniel Lubetzky
• Non-GMO
• Winner of Men's Health 'Best Breakfast Bar'; Today 'Blue Ribbon for Best Bar'; Women's Health 'Best  Packaged Food for Women'; Time 'Responsibility Pioneer'; and a host of others
• Gluten-free
• Certified Kosher
• 'Do the KIND thing' Mission