 There are many definitions of sustainability but with our emphasis on health and wellness we will look at it from the perspective of how and what we eat. The following is one of the best definitions that we have found for sustainable food. The American Public Health Association (APHA) defines a "sustainable food system" as "one that provides healthy food to meet current food needs while maintaining healthy ecosystems that can also provide food for generations to come with minimal negative impact to the environment. A sustainable food system also encourages local production and distribution infrastructures and makes nutritious food available, accessible, and affordable to all. Further, it is humane and just, protecting farmers and other workers, consumers, and communities and all living creatures." At GoMacro we manufacture a variety of snacks with an emphasis on healthy ingredients that are also ethically sourced. Our Ingredients We pay a premium for quality ingredients and whenever possible we source our ingredients from small growers and producers. Of course, we are not perfect but we continually strive to improve our sources and to make sure that all our ingredients come from growers that abide by fair and safe standards for both workers and the environment. For more information on some of our suppliers check out ethical sourcing. Whenever possible we use organic ingredients and we try to make food that is healthy and clean; food that will have positive health benefits without damaging our planet. Our products are carefully made by hand, every week in small batches and shipped immediately ensuring that you receive a fresh product. We strive to use ingredents that are as close to nature as possible. We do not use refined sugars or flours. The bars are sweetened with natural sweeteners, brown rice syrup, maple syrup and agave nectar. These sweeteners take longer to digest, thus avoiding the blood-sugar spikes associated with refined sugars. The fats in GoMacro food are healthy fats derived from nuts and seeds containing omega 3 fatty acids, minerals and vitamins. Carbs are complex carbs from whole grains. These are slow-burning carbs that boost energy levels throughout the day. Protein comes from brown rice protein which provides all the essential amino acids - a great high protein alternative to animal products and soy. Today many ingredients have to be purchased through distributors and finding the small growers and producers is an ongoing project for us. We work hard to find better sources for all of our ingredients and we welcome all.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). We do not use food additives or chemical ingredients. In fact, if nature did not make it we do not use it. |