Why does Granola Gourmet use Low Glycemic Index ingredients? Low Glycemic foods provide longer periods of sustained energy, hunger relief and reduces the risk of experiencing blood sugar spikes*. Granola Gourmet uses ingredients that are low or very low on the Glycemic Index. Because of this Granola Gourmet Energy Bars convert to sugar more slowly.

Why does it matter if I get a blood sugar spike? Weight loss is impossible if you are hungry.  Blood sugar spikes trigger your body to produce extra insulin.  This extra insulin causes you to become hungry.

10 grams of sugar-20 grams of carbs isn’t that a lot for a person with diabetes to have?The conversion speed is key.  Quick conversion of food to Sugar creates blood sugar spikes.  Granola Gourmet products use Low Glycemic Index ingredients that convert to sugar slowly in your blood.  Low Glycemic foods provide a measured energy release over time.

How much fat do Granola Gourmet bars have? Either 4.5  or 6  grams per bar, most of which includes Omega 3 fatty acids (the healthy fats) and comes from Flax Seeds, Almonds, Sunflower Seeds, and Olive Oil.

Is there any DAIRY product in your bars? NO

Is there WHEAT in your product? NO, Granola Gourmet Bars are made with Oats not Wheat.

Is there GLUTEN in your product? Yes, Oats and Wheat are grown in the same fields and because of this Oats can be contaminated by the gluten from Wheat.

Is this a protein bar? No, this is an energy bar. We have made a conscious effort to produce the highest quality product we could that won’t spike your blood sugar.  Most protein bars are high in sugar, fat and sodium.

*Blood Sugar Spike: Everyone with blood sugar issues or diabetes is recommended to test their blood sugar when introducing new foods into their diet.