On Monday I wrote a post about Kashi and similar health bars. The main point of this post was to tell readers that these “health” bars are NOT healthy. They are not a healthy snack alternative, nor are they a good way to maintain a healthy diet. I stand by that point. However, a user named Nathan made a good comment on that post which I would like to address. Actually, Nathan made two points, both of which are good.
It’s Not Just Kashi
The post title included Kashi, which is a specific company making these sorts of products. However, the truth is that this applies to all health bars, not just Kashi’s. I used the Kashi brand because it stood out in my mind due to their commercials, which I suppose is terstimony to the skill of their advertising firm. Kashi commercials are always so health oriented, featuring hiking, canoeing and beautiful nature scenes. They really try to convey a sense of natural, healthy food and as much as I enjoy the commercials, that’s simply not true. However, this applies to all companies equally, not just Kashi. So that’s the first thing I need to correct.
It’s Not Healthy but It Is HealthiER
Yes, health bars are not healthy, you’re much better off with a healthy, natural snack like an apple. However, health bars are healthier than some other things you could be eating. If you’re about to dig into a pile of pancakes for breakfast, a health bar is a better option. If you’re about to grab a candy bar as a snack, a health bar is a better option. If you’re about to down a can of soda and a bag of chips, a health bar is probably a better option. They may not be perfectly healthy, but they are far healthier than many other snack options out there. So yes, if you can’t be perfectly healthy, you can at least be a little healthier, and these bars can help with that.
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Thank You Nathan
Thanks Nathan for picking out some of the issues in my post. I don’t claim to be perfect and I appreciate the feedback. If anyone else has a problem with anything I post on 60 in 3, please don’t be afraid to post it in the comments. I welcome good feedback as it’s a way for me to learn.
I’ve been reading your blog for a whil & I love it! I would love to read more posts about workouts. You have some posts about workouts but I would love to read separate posts, each tageting specific body parts. Thank you & great job
To me, that kashi stuff is glorified junk food. I am not sure but I’d bet that add sugars and/or fats to it to make it taste better.
Hey a big mac is more healthful than air but that doesn’t mean I will eat one.
Thanks Nathan for picking out some of the issues in my post. I don’t claim to be perfect and I appreciate the feedback. If anyone else has a problem with anything I post on 60 in 3, please don’t be afraid to post it in the comments.