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Amazing Grass Superfood Bars – Paleo or Not?

Amazing Grass Green Superfood Bars - Are They Paleo? I have been using Amazing Grass Superfood Powders for years, so it comes as no surprise that I was interested in their Superfood Bars when I found them online. They are simple, clean and minimally processed.

What’s Good About These Bars?

I like their products mainly because they are extremely nutrient dense – and this means I don’t have to buy and prepare a lot of special foods to eat a well-rounded nutritional diet. The high green content also has an alkalizing effect on the body.

These bars provide a variety of superfood greens (which are organic, by the way). Plus, they also include a good amount of fiber and probiotics like L Acidophilus. Are you having a hard time getting your kids to eat their broccoli and spinach? Just sneak in these great snacks!

Disadvantages of Amazing Grass Superfood Bars:

Although these bars contain lots of nutrients, they don’t contain a lot of protein (about 5 grams per serving). Most of the protein in these bars comes from nuts and seeds. These also increase the carb count.

Therefore, if you want a high protein snack, I’d look elsewhere, like the AMRAP Bar, RX Bar, PaleoLife Bar or Epic Protein Bar.

In addition, some flavors contain cane sugar, rolled oats, tapioca syrup and/or brown rice syrup. Yes, these ingredients are organic if that matters to you. However, for the strict paleo eater, these ingredients generally don’t fly (organic or not).

So if you’re trying to avoid certain ingredients, which bars contain what?

Berry Energy: no added sugar, sweetened with organic dates
Chocolate Chip Coconut: organic rolled oats, organic tapioca syrup, organic brown rice syrup, organic rice crisps, organic cane sugar
Chocolate Peanut Butter: contains organic agave nectar, organic cane juice and of course, organic peanuts
Chocolate: organic agave nectar, cane sugar,
Organic Green Bars, Original: organic agave nectar
Sweet & Savory Almond: organic peanuts, organic brown rice syrup, organic cane sugar, organic tapioca syrup, organic rice crisps

What Do I Think?

Sometimes I think I could drive myself crazy trying to eat only good wholesome foods, Plus, avoid all pesticides in produce, hormones in meat, unnatural additives, sugar, grains, etc.. I mainly try to look for where I can get the most nutrition for my buck. While keeping meals and snacks simple, of course. That’s probably why I continue to buy Amazing Grass products.

Besides, where else am I going to find bars with organic cacao nibs, acai, maca, chlorella, spirulina, wheat grass, alfalfa, rose hips and green tea?

At about 200-250 calories a serving, the Amazing Grass Green Superfood Bars are best as:

an easy snack that keeps your digestion in check if you are on the road
a light breakfast if you don’t have time to blend a smoothie and want some energy or
as a guilt-free after dinner snack that satiates your sweet tooth

About the Author: Cara Rennie is a paleo cooking chef, writer and advocate for healthy living. With over a decade of experience in the culinary industry, Cara has established herself as an expert in the paleo lifestyle, emphasizing the use of natural ingredients that promote a balanced and sustainable lifestyle. She firmly believes in the power of food to transform people's lives, while helping others discover the joys of paleo eating. Facebook | Pinterest

Bravo Bars – What Makes These Non-GMO Bars Different?

I recently had the opportunity to try Bravo Bars. They come in 3 different flavors: Chocolate Cran Almond, Cran Nut & Seeds and Cherry Coconut.

As the product box states, they are gluten free, soy free and non-GMO. In addition, the Cran Nut & Seeds flavor is also vegan.

Other Bravo Bar Features Worth Noting:

1. Protein Content

What the packaging doesn’t mention, however, is that these bars are higher in protein (9-13 grams). I think that this important to note, since most people don’t assume that fruit-and-nut snacks contain a lot of protein. The special ingredient here is grass-fed whey protein.

2. Paleo Friendly?

Furthermore, aside from the grass-fed vanilla whey protein, I consider these bars paleo-friendly. Actually, many people following a paleo lifestyle appreciate grass-fed products and therefore I think would like the extra grass-fed protein in these snacks.

Bravo Bar Ingredients:

I’ve included the ingredient labels, along with macros, below:

Ingredients in Bravo Bars

How are Bravo Bars Different?

Bravo Bars taste like a homemade snack. The texture feels soft with some crunchiness and some chewiness but not too much. Pieces don’t get stuck in my teeth.

I really like the fact that they digest easily. For example, when I first tried them, I ate 3 bars in one sitting (oops!). However, they did not cause a lump in my stomach or any discomfort like some other bars can.

What I Didn’t Like About Bravo Bars

Overall, I think Bravo Bars make a tasty snack or after-meal treat. That said, I was expecting (and looking forward to) more tanginess from the cranberry and cherry.

I didn’t find the tanginess I thought would be there. I also couldn’t taste the coconut in the Cherry Coconut bar. Therefore, I preferred the Chocolate and Cran Nuts & Seeds bars more.

If you don’t like tangy flavors, this may be good news for you. In any case, the homemade taste make Bravo Bars worth trying.

Pecan Pie Paleo Bar …with 11g Protein?

There’s nothing like having a dessert you can eat for breakfast, guilt-free. This is one of them.

And it’s about time.

OK, but seriously, it’s the Abouttime All-Natural Fruit & Nuts Pecan Pie Protein Bar with 11 grams of protein. You get lots of good stuff without any of the bad stuff – and you don’t even need to cook it!

Ingredients:

Dates
Egg White Protein Powder
Almonds
Pecans
Chicory Root Fiber
Cinnamon

That’s it?

Yes. If you’ve had paleo bars before, you know that you don’t need lots of ingredients to make a delicious-tasting bar. In fact, you’ll usually end up with less sugar spikes, mood swings and digestive issues, among other things.

These are 2 oz bars with about 200 calories each with 5 grams of fiber (18% DV). Perfect for a light after-dinner snack, or if you’re like my dad, for breakfast. I’m not kidding.

By the way, are you wondering what chicory root fiber is? Well, I’ll tell you. It’s a good thing. It contains inulin, which is a carbohydrate fiber. It has a smooth, creamy texture and is commonly used as a replacement for fat – but it can also help lower cholesterol levels and prevent constipation. Not too shabby.