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Energy bars, Flapjacks how do you know to spot the good stuff?
At Chia Charge, we believe in transparency and providing our customers with the best possible products and information.
We understand that the market is flooded with various energy bars, making it challenging to choose the right one.
To assist you, we've compared our Chia Charge flapjacks with popular brands like Science in Sport (SiS), HIGH5, and Bulk™. We'll delve into their ingredients, potential side effects, cost per gram, sustainability efforts, and customer feedback.
Ingredients – What's Inside?
We pride ourselves on using simple, natural ingredients that you'd find in your kitchen. For example:
- Chia Charge Flapjacks: Oats, butter (nut butter in the vegan ones), golden syrup, demerara sugar, chia seeds (8%), sea salt flakes.
In contrast, other brands incorporate ingredients that may not be as familiar:
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HIGH5 Energy Bar: Contains maltodextrin and humectant (vegetable glycerol).
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SiS GO Energy Bar: Includes maltodextrin.
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Bulk™ Energy Bar: Features chicory root fibre and maltitol.
While these ingredients serve functional purposes, they aren't found in our kitchen cupboards! Products with Maltitol generally come with a warning not to eat too much because of the potentially explosive effects.
Potential Side Effects
Ingredients like maltodextrin, glycerol, chicory root fibre, and maltitol are generally recognized as safe. However, some individuals might experience digestive discomfort, such as bloating, gas, or diarrhea, especially when consuming chicory root fibre and maltitol. reference
Chia Charge's use of oats and natural sweeteners like golden syrup, demerara sugar and dates offers a more stable balanced energy release and is gentler on the digestive system.
Consumer Reviews
Customer feedback provides valuable insights into product performance and satisfaction.
Chia Charge Flapjacks
Consumers frequently praise our flapjacks for their taste, natural ingredients, and suitability as an energy source:
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"Very tasty, with natural ingredients. Good after a long run or exercise. I recommend it!"
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"I love the Chia Charge flapjacks. I always take them on my long bike rides for energy, and they keep me going nicely."
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"I ate three of the mini vegan flapjacks during the Edinburgh marathon last week. They are the perfect running fuel; easy to digest and extremely tasty!"
Competitor Products
Some consumers have expressed concerns about products from other brands:
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HIGH5 Energy Bars: While many users appreciate the taste and energy boost, some have reported digestive issues.
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SiS GO Energy Bar: Some users have noted that the taste is subjective and may not suit everyone's preferences. Not sure if this is a coded way of saying something less polite😄
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Bulk™ Energy Bars: Ingredients like chicory root fibre and maltitol, commonly found in these bars, are notorious for unsettling more sensitive stomachs.
Cost per Gram Comparison
Here's a breakdown of the cost-effectiveness of these products:
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Chia Charge Flapjacks: £37.50 for a box of 23 flapjacks (80g each), totaling 1,840g. This equates to approximately £0.0204 per gram.
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HIGH5 Energy Bars: £14.99 for a box of 25 bars (55g each), totaling 1,375g. This results in about £0.0109 per gram.
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SiS GO Energy Bar Mini: £18.00 for a pack of 30 bars (40g each), totaling 1,200g. This equates to approximately £0.015 per gram.
While Chia Charge's flapjacks are slightly more expensive per gram, this reflects the quality of ingredients used.
You get what you pay for as we say in Yorkshire 😄.
Sustainability and Additional Considerations
At Chia Charge, we are committed to environmental sustainability:
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1% for the Planet Membership: We donate 1% of our annual sales to environmental causes.
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Palm Oil-Free Products: None of our products contain palm oil, addressing concerns about deforestation and habitat destruction.
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Vegan Options: We offer a range of vegan products, catering to plant-based consumers and reducing environmental impact associated with animal agriculture.
These initiatives highlight our dedication to both health and environmental responsibility.
Conclusion
We believe Chia Charge's flapjacks stand out for their natural, kitchen cupboard ingredients, minimiing potential adverse effects. Although they come at a slightly higher cost per gram, this reflects the quality of ingredients used. Furthermore, our environmental initiatives, such as the 1% for the Planet membership and palm oil-free products, position us as a conscientious choice for consumers seeking both healthful and sustainable options.
Positive consumer reviews further attest to the product's taste and effectiveness, reinforcing our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
We hope this comparison helps you make an informed choice about your energy snacks.
At Chia Charge, we're committed to providing you with delicious, natural, and sustainable options that fuel your adventures.
