Although the granola bars are a source of whole grains and fiber, they are not a very good source. According to Harvard Health Publishing, a good whole grain should contain 1 gram of fiber for every 10 grams of carbs. This Nature Valley granola bar contains just more than half a gram of fiber per 10 grams of carbs.

1. Nature Valley's Oats 'N Dark Chocolate Crunchy Granola Bars (12g sugar, 12g added sugar) These crunchy granola bars from Nature Valley include healthy ingredients like whole-grain oats and dark chocolate, but they're loaded with added sugar.

• Nature Valley Oats 'n' Honey granola bar In fact, you could be gaining weight if they're your go-to snack. “They're very high in calories for the amount you're getting - you get a small amount of satisfaction for a large number of calories,” Tallmadge explains.

General Mills drops '100% Natural' on Nature Valley granola bars after lawsuit. General Mills will drop the "100% Natural" label from its Nature Valley granola bars to settle a lawsuit claiming the oats it used contain a pesticide.

What's more, these granola bars are suitable for vegetarians, free from lactose and even Halal and Kosher certified; so there's no reason not to bite into one or two of our wonderfully nutritious treats anytime, anywhere.

Many people consider granola bars a convenient and healthy snack and enjoy their flavor and versatility. In some cases, granola bars can be a good source of fiber and protein to help curb cravings between meals. However, some contain as much sugar, carbs, and calories as candy bars.

There are no artificial flavors, colors or high fructose corn syrup, and these snack bars pack an excellent source of whole grains with 22 grams per serving! It's a breakfast bar, an office snack or an on-the-go treat the whole family can enjoy. At Nature Valley, we believe that what you put in is what you get out.

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.

Real Ingredients Nature Valley starts with the best ingredients, like whole grain oats and power-packed wholesome peanuts, almonds, and nut butters.

All varieties of granola bars are not halal certified.

Halal Candies If they are made with non-Halal gelatin, candies like gummy worms and bears are not Halal suitable. It's hard when your favorite movie snacks or after-work treats are off the table, but before you start to feel too sad, there are other options!

It can be. "Standard granola often contains rolled oats, which provide fiber and complex carbohydrates, and nuts that contribute healthy fats, plant protein and vitamin E," says Gellman. On the flip side, it can also be a source of saturated fats and added sugars, which are harmful for your heart when eaten in excess.