Food Label for Thins: Simple Mills
Overall, these thins are an okay snack option, but not the healthiest. They have some good qualities, like being grain-free and vegan, but also contain added sugars and processed ingredients. Benefit: They use a seed and nut flour blend (watermelon, cashew, sunflower, flax) which is a good source of healthy fats and some micronutrients. Benefit: They are corn, grain, and gum free, which is good for people with sensitivities. Concern: They contain 6g of added sugar per serving, which is 12% of the daily value. This is a significant amount for a small snack, especially for children. The source of the sugar is organic coconut sugar, which is still sugar. Concern: They contain tapioca starch and arrowroot, which are both refined starches that can spike blood sugar. I would recommend eating these in moderation, pairing them with a source of protein and healthy fats to help balance blood sugar. A healthier substitute would be a handful of nuts and seeds or a piece of fruit with nut butter.