10 new allergy-friendly products that pack a nutritional punch
These products prove that consumers don't have to sacrifice nutrition while catering to their dietary restrictions.
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JUST is making waves with its mung bean-based JUST Egg, which looks, feels and even tastes like real eggs. But the plant-based "eggs" just got upgraded. New JUST Folded Egg is still plant-based, but now it perfectly fits on breakfast sandwiches, toast or any egg friendly vehicle you like. This egg-free alternative is also dairy free, has no artificial flavorings and is packed with 7 grams of protein. It'll be available nationwide in April.
Need a granola refresh? Lil Bucks has you covered. Its newest addition, Clusterbucks, is a crunchy adaptogenic buckwheat cluster snack made with organic buckwheat and organic nutrition enhancers such as pepitas, coconut chips, reishi mushroom and flaxseed. Raw, paleo and gluten free, Clusterbucks isn't overly sweet either, boasting just a hint of sweetness from maple syrup. Flavors Chocolate Reishi and Turmeric Lemon Myrtle hold up as a standalone snack or as a granola topping for yogurt, smoothie bowls or oatmeal.
Three Wishes Cereal is taking a traditionally over-processed category and transforming it into one that can be nutritious (and allergy friendly, of course). The o-shaped cereals are high in protein (8 grams per serving), low in sugar (less than 3 grams per serving) and free from wheat, corn, rice, dairy, oats, peanuts soy and animal products, ensuring most dietary restrictions are satisfied. Check out the Unsweetened, Honey and Cinnamon flavors.
While Tolerant is known for organic, one-ingredient lentil and chickpea pastas, it's spicing things up with its new Organic Riced Red Lentil Pilafs. Available in Spanish-Style Paella, Asian Ginger, Wild Mushroom and Smoky Peruvian-Style flavors, these pilafs boast big flavor and simple ingredient lists—a "rice" lentil base with various seasonings. With 7-8 grams of fiber and 13 grams of protein per serving, these make for a great easy weekday dinner.
Mikey's Pockets are reminiscent of your favorite childhood handheld meal, taken to a whole new plant-based level. Mikey's newest pocket flavors, Cauliflower & Broccoli Cheddar and Buffalo-Style Chicken, meet many dietary needs, as they're free from gluten, grains, soy, milk and lactose. The best part? They don't taste "free from" anything. They're melty, toasty, savory pockets ideal for a quick lunch.
Wild Joy has allergen-free jerky nailed—its Coconut Jerky in Thai Curry is free from gluten, dairy, soy and added sugars, not to mention it's paleo and vegan. It's plant-based jerky packed with bold flavor and nutrition. We particularly love the certified organic ingredient list.
Nutpods was a dairy-free creamer hit with its original formula made with almonds and coconut. But recently, Nutpods added an oat creamer line—with Original and French Vanilla flavors—to the mix. Just like its nut-based counterparts, the oat creamers are frothy, creamy, packed with flavor and sugar free.
While gluten-free flours are a dime a dozen, Renewal Mill's version stands out for a few reasons. The brand focuses on building a more sustainable food system by utilizing upcycled ingredients—namely, organic okara (soybean pulp). Because its 1-to-1 Gluten Free Baking Flour blend features this ingredient, it's a high fiber, low net carb alternative to traditional white flour and it's supporting a more sustainable food system. Better ingredients for a healthier planet? Count us in.
Made from just one ingredient, black rice, Peace. Love. Crispies cereal from Zego Foods is as allergy friendly as cereal gets. The brand has rigorous quality control in place to test for 400-plus chemicals and allergens, including arsenic and glyphosate, ensuring our kids eat the highest quality foods free from toxic residues. Zego Foods is raising the bar big time in the breakfast aisle.
MadeGood is a known face in the allergen-free space, and we're excited it's expanding its bar and cookie lines. Keep an eye out for new Cookies & Creme Bars, Red Velvet Cookies, No Nut Butter Cookies and SnickerDoodle Cookies, all free from top eight allergens and made with organic ingredients. Oh, and did you know all MadeGood products contain one full serving of veggies per serving?This is good-for-you snacking.
MadeGood is a known face in the allergen-free space, and we're excited it's expanding its bar and cookie lines. Keep an eye out for new Cookies & Creme Bars, Red Velvet Cookies, No Nut Butter Cookies and SnickerDoodle Cookies, all free from top eight allergens and made with organic ingredients. Oh, and did you know all MadeGood products contain one full serving of veggies per serving?This is good-for-you snacking.
As consumers are becoming more and more aware of food sensitives and intolerances that might trigger ailments or health distress, natural product brands are stepping up to meet the demand, ensuring allergen-free folks are just as satisfied as everyone else and feeling well in the process. But nowadays, it's not just about being allergen free. It's equally about being "free from" and having nutritional value.
Whether gluten free, dairy free, grain free or somewhere in between, these 10 products are worth checking out.
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