Dark Chocolate Almond Granola • Cascadian Farm Organic (2024)

FAQs

Is Cascadian Farm granola healthy? ›

Ethical rating for Cascadian Farm cereal and granola

All products are made with organic ingredients. They are a good plant-based option for breakfast, being more nutritionally dense than most cereals.

Our love of delicious, uncomplicated food comes from what Mother Nature has already perfected: wholesome, organic ingredients.

Granola can offer health benefits such as supporting digestive health, and heart health and providing an energy boost. On the downside, granola can be high in added sugars, hidden calories, and saturated fat, making some options less healthy.

The Bottom Line

Granola is healthy in small amounts, especially because oats, nuts, seeds and dried fruit in granola provide some fiber that's good for heart and gut health. However, granola can also be a rich source of calories, saturated fat and sugar, depending on the brand you buy.

Pesticides and other chemicals in organic food

Organic foods are not necessarily completely chemical free. They may be grown on land not previously used for organic food production and, therefore, might contain chemical residues.

REDUCING CHEMICAL POLLUTION

Organic farmers rely on natural pest and disease control strategies, like maximizing crop diversity, rather than on synthetic pesticides. They also skip the use of chemical fertilizers and herbicides—protecting our environment from chemical pollution.

Today, General Mills announced it is donating the Cascadian Farm Home Farm in Skagit Valley, Washington to new owners, Rodale Institute.

Would have given this 5 stars because its great for me being diabetic, but the sodium is high, like most of the cereals Will keep buying, love it. Delicious! Canadian Farms cereal tastes great and doesn't get soggy in milk! The low sugar content is what caused me to try it.

What cereal has the highest sugar content? ›

With no refined sugars or artificial colours added, Dark Chocolate and Orange Granola can satisfy your sugar craving and is the perfect healthy option for any day with chocolate in mind.

Granola is also calorie dense – some contain a little more than 300 calories per cup, but others can pack up to 600 calories per cup, from added oils, coconut, chocolate and added sugars including evaporated cane juice, honey, maple syrup, molasses, cane sugar and brown rice syrup.

High-fiber foods, like the oats and whole grains found in granola, fill you up and keep you feeling fuller longer. Dietary studies have found eating a high-fiber diet can help you lose weight. Dried fruit and nuts also contain antioxidants, like vitamin E, which can lower inflammation in the body.

Possible downsides. Granola bars are often considered a healthy snack, but despite these marketing claims, many are loaded with added sugar, calories, and artificial ingredients. For example, Kellogg's Nutri-Grain Harvest granola bars can contain up to 15 grams of sugar per serving — mostly from added sugar.

Which One Is Better for Breakfast? Both oatmeal and granola make for a healthy, nutritious breakfast, but the winner for us is granola—the added nuts, seeds, and dried fruits give you a source of fiber and healthy fats that oatmeal can't quite compete with.

While both granola and cereal may seem similar, there are significant differences between the two. Granola is a healthier, more nutrient-dense, and joyfully versatile option that will not only make your taste buds dance but also keep your body happy and healthy.