Phytabar is the first-of-its-kind omega-3 nutrition bar that takes advantage of one of the most sustainable sources of nutrients: seaweed! Of course we are known for all the health benefits that the seaweed brings, but the goodness doesn’t stop there. Phytabar is a whole foods vegan chocolate nutrition bar, powered by omega-3s.
Welcome to the world of Phytabar, where indulgence meets nutrition in a way you’ve never experienced before. In an era where health and taste often seem at odds, Phytabar stands out by harmonizing these two elements seamlessly. So what makes Phytabar nutrition bars truly unique? It’s all about our exceptional ingredients. In this post, we’ll take you through the thoughtfully selected components that make up our omega-3 rich, nutrition bar. Discover exactly what you are eating, each ingredient's individual benefits, and how they come together to create a delicious and nourishing nutrition bar like no other.
Key Ingredients in Phytabar
A Phytabar is made of 6 key ingredients: Wakame seaweed, 85% Cacao Chocolate, Dates, Almonds, Vegan Protein Blend, and Stevia & Monk Fruit. Notice how you can pronounce each of our ingredients? That’s a good thing! To keep this short and sweet, we will only focus on 4 ingredients here: seaweed, chocolate, dates, and almonds. These ingredients are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and all kinds of essential vitamins and minerals. Let’s dive into why these ingredients were chosen to be in our bar.
Wakame Seaweed: Omega-3s are the Star of the Show
Seaweed… in a nutrition bar? At Phytabar, we are committed to creating bars that are good for our minds, bodies, and the environment. That is why we chose to lead with seaweed. Our Cultivated Wakame seaweed is farmed in the coastal waters of the Shandong Peninsula. These subtropical Pacific ocean waters provide the perfect coasts for regenerative ocean farming. Learn more about the farming process here.
Not only is it an environmentally friendly sourcing process, seaweed also shines in its health benefits due to it’s high content of omega-3s and essential vitamins:
- Lower risk of cardiovascular disease
- Supported thyroid function
- Reduced blood pressure
- Can lower cholesterol
- May have cancer-fighting properties
- Support brain function
- And many, many more!
Seaweed is an excellent source of omega-3s, which have a whole list of health benefits as well! If you’re interested in learning more specifically about the benefits of omega-3s, check out this page on our website.
Cacao Chocolate
Everyone loves chocolate! And ours for good reason too. Cacao is full of antioxidants and flavonoids which give it health benefits including:
- Lower blood pressure
- Reduced inflammation
- Lower chance of heart disease
- Reduced risk of diabetes
- Better mood (by boosting serotonin… and cause we all love chocolate)
- May improve brain health (Research is starting to hypothesize that it may even lower risk of dementia, but more research needs to be done.)
Almonds
Almond butter is the first ingredient in Phytabar’s nutrition bar, it is what gives the bar it’s smooth texture and can offer the following health benefits:
- Lower overall cholesterol levels
- Lower risk of breast cancer: According to a 2015 study, individuals who consumed higher quantities of peanuts, walnuts, and almonds, had a 2-3x lower risk of breast cancer.
- Benefit heart health
- Improved blood sugar levels
Dates
Dates have become popular on social media as a natural way to sweeten up recipes. Dates are a type of berry and are a rich source of vitamins. According to Forbes Health, here are 4 benefits of consuming dates:
- High in antioxidants
- May aid in gut health
- May promote heart health
- Great sugar substitute
As you can see, Phytabar isn’t just a snack; it’s a commitment to better health, wrapped in deliciousness, and tied with a sustainable bow. And what better way to get in your omega-3s than with a brownie! Explore our website to learn more about the benefits of our omega-3 rich nutrition bar.