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Is Cascadian Farm Cocoa Almond Organic Protein Granola Pouches healthy?

Cocoa Almond Organic Protein Granola Pouches

Breakfast & Cereal · Updated 2026-10-19

Longevity Score

78/100

Food Integrity Score

84/100

Enjoy in Moderation

Nutrition and ingredient quality are both respectable, but this is better as a balanced choice than an everyday default.

Quick answer

Enjoy in Moderation

Cascadian Farm cocoa almond organic protein granola pouches is rated enjoy in moderation overall, with a Longevity Score of 78 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 84 out of 100. Whole-grain oat and almond base with solid protein, but added cane sugar and sunflower oil lower the score. Strengths include whole grain oats as first ingredient, almonds and pumpkin seeds add whole-food fats, and good protein at 10g per pouch, while main considerations include added cane sugar and molasses push sugar to 13g, sunflower oil is a prominent seed oil, and tapioca starch is a refined addition.

Longevity Score 78/100Food Integrity Score 84/100

What helped the score?

  • Whole grain oats as first ingredient
  • Almonds and pumpkin seeds add whole-food fats
  • Good protein at 10g per pouch

What held the score back?

  • Added cane sugar and molasses push sugar to 13g
  • Sunflower oil is a prominent seed oil
  • Tapioca starch is a refined addition

Ingredients

Ingredient list

WHOLE GRAIN OATS*, CANE SUGAR*, PEA PROTEIN*, SUNFLOWER OIL*, ALMONDS*, PUMPKIN SEEDS*, COCOA POWDER*, TAPIOCA STARCH*, MOLASSES*, NATURAL FLAVOR*, SEA SALT. VITAMIN E (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS) ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS.

Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.

Key nutrition

Per serving: 70 g (1 pouch)

  • Calories32016% DV
  • Protein10g20% DV
  • Total Carbs43g16% DV
  • Fiber5g18% DV
  • Total Fat12g15% DV
  • Saturated Fat2g10% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Cascadian Farm Cocoa Almond Organic Protein Granola Pouches
Category
Breakfast & Cereal (source: Cereal)
GTIN / UPC
00021908126593
Serving size
70 g (1 pouch)
Source data — ingredients
Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
Healthy Food Guide analysis
Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
Data last verified

How this product may fit different goals

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  • Low-Spike Stability

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Higher net carbs (38g)

    This product has 4 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

    Supportive

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Moderate-low sodium (170.1mg)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Higher sugar (13g)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Higher sugar (13g)

    This product has 3 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Higher sugar (13g)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Athletic Fueling

    Supportive

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Available carbohydrates (43g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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Common questions about this product

Is Cascadian Farm Cocoa Almond Organic Protein Granola Pouches highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Lightly processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.

Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?

Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.

How much fiber is in one serving?

Cascadian Farm Cocoa Almond Organic Protein Granola Pouches shows about 4.97g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Cascadian Farm Cocoa Almond Organic Protein Granola Pouches: 10g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include cane sugar, molasses. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Whole grain oats as first ingredient; Almonds and pumpkin seeds add whole-food fats; Good protein at 10g per pouch.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Added cane sugar and molasses push sugar to 13g; Sunflower oil is a prominent seed oil; Tapioca starch is a refined addition.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

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Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
  3. How the Longevity Score is calculated
  4. How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
  5. Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
  6. Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
  7. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information

Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.

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