Nature's Path Organic Honey Almond Gluten Free Granola

Our research notes

What to know before you choose this granola

The maker’s published label lists 3 ingredients, led by 15g whole grains, 2g fibre and 3g plant protein. None of the additive groups we check appear on the recorded label, and no added sugars or flavors stand out. The maker describes it as organic, gluten free and kosher; these are the maker’s statements, so look for the certifier’s seal on the package. For granola, the comparison that matters most is added sugars per serving: compare against the 50 g daily value; granolas range from low single digits to well over 10 g per small serving.

• Good signShort ingredient list: 3 ingredients.
• Good signNone of the nine additive groups we check (seed oils, artificial dyes, MSG, artificial sweeteners, carrageenan, artificial preservatives, hydrogenated oils, corn syrups, banned-abroad additives) appear on the recorded label.
• Good signNo added sugars or syrups appear on the recorded label.
• Good to knowMaker states organic. USDA Organic claims are backed by a certifier and the USDA seal.
• Good to knowMaker labels it gluten-free. The FDA allows that claim only for foods under 20 ppm gluten.
• Good to knowMaker-stated labels: kosher.

Compare this against other granola

• Added sugars per serving. Compare against the 50 g daily value; granolas range from low single digits to well over 10 g per small serving.
• Serving size in grams. Normalize to the same weight before comparing, since serving sizes vary widely.
• Oil type. Common oils are sunflower, coconut, olive and canola; the list tells you which is used.

References

1. Nature's Path product page Nature's Path
2. Organic labeling and what the USDA Organic seal means USDA Agricultural Marketing Service
3. Gluten-free labeling of foods U.S. Food and Drug Administration
4. Added sugars on the Nutrition Facts label U.S. Food and Drug Administration
5. Added sugar in the diet Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
6. Nuts for the heart Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

These notes summarize the maker’s own published label and public references. They are not medical advice or a nutrition, allergy or safety rating, and the maker’s claims are not independently verified here.