You can trust Kate’s Real Food

For many people, granola bars are a pantry staple. Not only are they convenient for on-the-go snacking, but they can also be a delicious breakfast replacement, and can provide a punch of protein post-workout. 

Because they are popular, the snack bar category continues to explode. The protein bar category alone is projected to be worth $7 billion by 2030, rising at a compound annual growth rate of 6.3% according to a Market Research Future report. 

With a wide variety of options to choose from, it’s important to understand what ingredients and chemicals are IN the snack bars we regularly consume and make a conscious choice to support brands that are committed to real and natural ingredients. 

Why going non-GMO matters in snack bars

According to the Non-GMO Project, “the overabundance of genetically modified food crops and ingredients is alarming.” In North America, for example, over 80% of our food contains GMOs (i.e., ingredients that have been genetically modified). They are particularly abundant in children’s and convenience foods such as cereals, snack bars, snack boxes, cookies, processed lunch meats and crackers.

At Kate’s Real Food, we have made it our mission to provide consumers with real food that can fuel and nourish the body the way it was intended to, without the potential harmful ingredients. 

With Kate’s Real Food energy and protein bars, you can expect the following: 

• Non-GMO Project Verified: Healthy can mean something different for everyone, but in general, you want to avoid GMOs if you are trying to find healthy store-bought granola bars. Many of the most popular brands use derivatives of corn, soybean, and canola, all of which are considered high-risk crops that are likely to come from GMOs. All of Kate’s Real Food products have been through the rigorous verification process conducted by SCS Global Services, the third-party verifier, to obtain the Non-GMO Project Verified label so you can trust what you are putting into your body. 
• USDA certified organic: All of Kate’s non-gmo snacks are also USDA certified organic, so you can have peace of mind knowing that your food was grown and processed with the highest quality assurances.
• Clean protein: Kate’s protein bars feature 14+ grams of premium plant-based protein, sourced from the finest organic ingredients, and are sweetened only with True Source Certified honey, not artificial or processed sugars.
• Balanced nutrition: Each serving of Kate’s energy bars includes 3 grams of protein, 2 grams of fiber and only 5 grams of added natural sugars from honey and chocolate. These bars are also gluten-free, cholesterol-free and provide essential nutrients like calcium, iron and potassium, making them a nutrient-rich, healthy snack.
• Plant-based ingredients: Kate’s Real Food bars are crafted with plant-based ingredients like organic nuts and seeds, making them an ideal choice for those following a plant-based diet. These ingredients are minimally processed, ensuring that you get clean, natural nutrition in every bite. While all bars are plant-based, Kate’s White Chocolate Macadamia and Peanut Butter Milk Chocolate Bars do contain milk products, so are not vegan. 
• Gluten-free: For those with gluten sensitivities or preferences, Kate’s Real Food bars are fully gluten-free certified. Made from grains like organic oats, they offer a safe and nutritious option without sacrificing taste or quality. The certification process ensures that all ingredients meet strict standards, providing peace of mind for those avoiding gluten.
• Great taste: With all of these health and nutritional benefits, you can also enjoy the taste of Kate’s Real Food snacks. Kate’s believes that healthy foods CAN taste good and their team of food scientists work tirelessly to find the most delicious flavor combinations and profiles. Whether you’re snacking on a Peanut Butter Chocolate bar or eating an Oatmeal Cranberry & Almond bar for breakfast, you’ll get plenty of delicious, natural flavor. 

Recommended by dietitians

Dietitians are also recommending Kate’s Real Food. According to Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, MS, RDN:

"Kate's Real Food hits the nail on the target when it comes to understanding what consumers want from their snack bars, such as desirable flavor profiles such as Lemon Coconut or White Chocolate Macadamia, sourcing ethically produced ingredients, addressing dietary restrictions while also caring about nutritional content. With their gluten-free certification and non-GMO promise, Kate's Real Food is able to align themselves perfectly with the existing health and wellness trends, like gluten-free, ethically sourced, non-GMO and organic certifications because they care, and listen to what consumers want. Plus, they use real ingredients to help deliver real energy instead of using synthetic ingredients or artificial additives."

Find Kate’s Non-GMO Project Verified Granola and Protein Bars

Kate’s Real Food energy and protein bars can be found online at KatesRealFood.com, on Amazon and in over 15,000 grocery, specialty, and mass retail stores across the US.

This guest post is written by Kate's Real Food.