Excellent Source of Whole Grain
Whole grains provide the total grain package for good health. Diets rich in whole grain foods and other plant foods and low in saturated fat and cholesterol may lower blood cholesterol levels and reduce your risk of heart disease. On the 2005 MyPyramid, USDA recommends at least 3 servings per day of whole grains for good health.

High in Fiber
Dietary guidelines recommend eating 20-35 grams of fiber per day. High fiber Manna Gourmet nutrition bars provide 6 to 7 grams of fiber per bar! Fiber helps keep your digestive system healthy, blood sugar levels balanced, and appetite controlled.

Rich in Protein
In addition to being high in fiber each Manna Gourmet nutrition bar is packed with 6 to 9 grams of protein. Protein helps sustain energy levels, manage hunger, and promote muscle development.

Rich in Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Flaxseed and walnuts are among the most abundant plant sources of the omega 3 fatty acid ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). ALA can desaturate and elongate in the human body to form EPA (eicosopentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosa-hexaenoic acid).

Some of the health benefits that have been associated with omega-3 fatty acids include the secondary prevention of chronic diseases and an association with the following:

• Inflammatory conditions - Improves rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, asthma, and some skin conditions.
• Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's disease - Reduces the severity of symptoms.
• Cardiovascular disease - Lowers triglycerides and raises high density lipoprotein cholesterol levels, improves blood circulation, reduces clotting, improves vascular function, and lowers blood pressure.

Rich in Lignans
Lignans, or plant based estrogens, help protect against breast cancer and possibly prostate cancer. Flaxseed is a powerhouse of lignans!

High in Potassium - Low in Sodium
Diets rich in potassium and low in sodium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke.