There are good reasons why Back Roads granola is so damn good. We exclusively use premium plant-based organic, gluten free ingredients that are non-GMO Project Verified, vegan & kosher. All ingredients are painstakingly sourced from pristine organic farms around the globe. Our family recipes are naturally low in sugar and only lightly sweetened with pure Vermont maple syrup. And, we’re generous when it comes to adding fruits, nuts & seeds. We are experts who know a thing or two about making and baking every batch of granola to golden, crunchy perfection. Oh, and did we mention that we always ship fresh out the oven? Nothing better than that.
Any statements or claims about the possible health benefits conferred by any foods listed below have been gathered from many reliable sources. That said, claims may not have been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. The content and information are for informational and educational purposes only, not as a medical manual.
Almonds
- Improves brain health, strengthens the immune system, helps prevent diabetes & cancer
- Aids in regulating cholesterol levels, blood pressure & may prevent heart disease
- Improves complexion, bones & teeth health
- Rich in manganese, copper & riboflavin that boosts metabolism
- Rich in fiber which prevents constipation & assists in weight loss
Brazil Nuts
- Rich in polyphenol ellagic acid & antioxidants that improve cognitive function
- Rich in selenium which can improve thyroid activity, reduced cancer risk, enhanced immunity, & improved moods
- Contains high levels of monounsaturated fats which assist in weight management, reduces inflammation & heart disease prevention
Cashews
- Low calorie, high protein & low in carbohydrates, helping to prevent or manage diabetes
- Rich in magnesium & stearic acids that lowers cholesterol & helps prevent heart disease
- Rich in copper that aides in elimination of free radicals & blood disease
- Contains a powerful antioxidant pigment, Zea Xanthin, that is readily absorbed by the retina, adding a protective layer to prevent harmful UV rays
- Rich in calcium & lowers risk of gallstones
Certified Gluten Free Rolled Oats
- Incredible nutrient-dense food packed with vitamins, minerals & antioxidants
- Has a unique group of antioxidants (avenanthramides), almost solely found in oats, believed to lower blood pressure & create better blood flow
- Higher in protein than most other grains
- Lots of vitamins & minerals, including manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, iron, zinc, folate, vitamins B1 & B5
- May lower risk of heart disease by reducing LDL cholesterol while protecting LDL cholesterol from oxidation.
- Improves insulin sensitivity & helps lower blood sugar levels
Chai Spice Mix
- Health benefits below are backed by science & generally linked to the ingredients used in chai tea rather than chai tea itself.
- Helps boost heart health, reduced blood sugar levels & aid digestion
- Aids in alleviating ached & pains, including arthritis
- Rich in antioxidants known as polyphenols that help to eliminate free radicals.
Chia Seeds
- Oils found in this tiny seed are the secret to its health benefits
- Helps in reducing the risk of gallstones
- Contains a higher content of omega 3 fatty acids of any plant food which helps to fight inflammation in the body, reducing the chance for heart disease, Alzheimer’s & depression.
- Rich in copper which aides in elimination of free radicals & blood disease
- Contains Vitamin B Complex & Biotin, shown to be beneficial in treating MS & diabetes
- Rich in antioxidants, especially resveratrol, that may decrease risk of heart attacks & strokes
Coconut Chips
- Stimulates metabolism, improves digestion & reduces risk of heart disease
- Fatty acids are converted into ketones that provide brain heath & lessen effects of Alzheimer’s
- High in potassium which assists electrolytes in keeping the body hydrated
- Protects against heart disease & fortifies skin & hair cells
Crystalized Ginger
- can reduce inflammation and relieve the pain associated with it
- Reduces symptoms associated with motion sickness, including nausea, dizziness & vomiting
- Has the ability to activate the body’s group of white blood cells that destroy tumor cells and viruses
- Helps body cells produce energy & assist in boosting immunity
- Used to assist with insomnia & anxiety
Dark Chocolate
- Consumed in moderation, it is highly nutritious, loaded with minerals, antioxidants & soluble fiber
- Has an abundance & wide variety of antioxidants, much higher than blueberries & acai berries
- May help with insomnia, prevent heart disease & lower the risk of stroke
- Improve cognition, prevent memory loss & boost one’s mood
- Can improve blood sugar levels & reduce the risk of Diabetes
High Oleic Sunflower Oil
- Contains phytochemicals, choline & phenolic acid for heart health
- Rich in vitamin A & E to help promote skin health
- Loaded with omega 6 fats & mono & polyunsaturated fats that boosts energy
- Rich in gamma alpha linolenic acid (GLA), used to prevent hair loss
- Lowers cholesterol
- Rich in antioxidants that strengthens the immune system & cell membrane barriers, making it hard for bacteria & viruses to enter the body & increases the body’s defense against infection
- Has protein that help build & repair tissues & enzymes for healthy mind & body
- Presence of iron, copper & zinc improves body immunity
- 7 amino acids impact serotonin activity for mental well-being
Pecans
- Contains the highest, healthy fat content of any nut
- Rich in oleic acid that improves immune system functions
- Rich in vitamin E which may reduce risk of age-related macular degeneration, fatty liver diseases, cataracts, type 2 diabetes & some types of cancer
- Rich in protein & thiamin which improves brain health & metabolism
Puffed Quinoa
- Contains high amounts of flavonoids with anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-cancer & anti-depressant effects
- Excellent protein source compared to most plant foods, containing all 9 amino acids
- Has a very low glycemic index of 53
- Very high in minerals
- Improve metabolic health, by reducing blood sugar, insulin & triglyceride levels
Pumpkin Seeds
- Rich in the important mineral, zinc, which aides physiological well-being
- Rich in magnesium & provides cardiovascular health & increased metabolism
- High in omega 3 fatty acids which decrease risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol & coronary artery disease
- Contains amino & tryptophan, which promotes sleep
- Excellent source of phytoestrogens that support increased levels of HDL cholesterol, decreased blood pressure, & may improve postmenopausal health
Raisins
- Loaded with antioxidants (polyphenols), that fight free radicals in the body & protect against cognitive disorders
- Great source of fiber & iron, important to a vegetarian diet
Sesame Seeds
- Good source of healthy fats, protein, B vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants
- Has beneficial plant compounds packed with Vitamin B complexes including thiamine, niacin, folic acid, pyridoxine & riboflavin
- Promotes healthy skin & hair.
- May aid blood sugar control, combat arthritis pain & lower cholesterol
- Contains good amount of calcium & zinc & regular consumption helps prevent osteoporosis
- Is low in carbohydrates, high protein & healthy fats content which can benefit diabetics
- Known to keep blood pressure levels & hypertension in check
- Contains elevated amounts of fiber, iron, calcium, magnesium & phosphorus to boost energy
- Rich in copper, magnesium & calcium that aids in pain & allergy relief
- High in selenium, copper & zinc that is beneficial to the thyroid
Sunflower Seeds
- Contains phytochemicals, choline & phenolic acid for heart health
- Rich in vitamin A & E to help promote skin health
- Loaded with omega 6 fats & mono & polyunsaturated fats that boosts energy
- Rich in gamma alpha linolenic acid (GLA), used to prevent hair loss
- Lowers cholesterol
- Rich in antioxidants that strengthens the immune system & cell membrane barriers, making it hard for bacteria & viruses to enter the body & increases the body’s defense against infection
- Has protein that help build & repair tissues & enzymes for healthy mind & body
- Presence of iron, copper & zinc improves body immunity
- 7 amino acids impact serotonin activity for mental well-being
Sweetened Cranberries
- Contains the highest levels of antioxidants of any fruit
- Is a preventive natural source to fight urinary tract infections
- Antioxidant (polyphenols) may reduce the risk of heart disease
- High in anthocyanins, shown to have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory effects
Vermont Maple Syrup
Vermont is America’s leading maple syrup producer ~ more than any other state in the US at over 2 million gallons of syrup every year. Back Roads uses around 40,000lbs of maple syrup, annually. That’s more than 100lbs every day!
- More nutritious & lower in calories than all other common sweeteners
- Abundant in minerals calcium, manganese, riboflavin, thiamin, potassium, copper & magnesium.
- Natural source of antioxidants, shown to help prevent cancer, support the immune system, lower blood pressure & slow the effects of aging
- Contains numerous phenolic compounds, commonly found in blueberries, tea & flax-seed.
These health claims are not certified by the FDA.
