The Sweet (But Not Too Sweet) Science Behind PLANTSTRONG Granola

When one of the most prominent voices in food and supplement research shares insights about your granola on LinkedIn, you take notice—especially when the findings support better blood sugar control.

Dr. Sachin A. Shah, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, is a well-respected researcher and heart health advocate. He has over 100 posters and publications and has generated over 1 billion impressions in major media platforms like CNN, BBC News, NPR and many others. He recently tested his glucose response to our whole grain, date sweetened granola. The verdict?

“Even with 2.5 servings, the glucose bump was modest,” he shared, noting that he has no conflicts of interest—just a passion for "fun and meaningful science."

This sweet (but not too sweet) insight was showcased at the ASHP24 Midyear Clinical Meeting in a poster presentation led by pharmacy students Joanne Lee and Imrat Kular, high school student Julian Dirks, and Dr. Shah’s fellow, Quy Phan, PharmD.

We’re honored that our granola—crafted with whole food ingredients, naturally sweetened with dates, and made in small batches—passed this unofficial test with flying colors.

🔬 Why does this matter?
Most granolas on store shelves are loaded with refined sugars and oils. They might look “healthy,” but they can spike your blood sugar and leave you feeling sluggish. At PLANTSTRONG, we’ve reimagined granola the way nature intended: whole grains, dried fruit, crunchy seeds, and zero added oils or refined sugar.

💪 Good for your heart. Good for your glucose. Great on your taste buds.

Whether you're topping a bowl of fruit or eating it straight out of the bag (we won’t judge), you can enjoy PLANTSTRONG Granola with confidence—because it’s not just doctor-approved, it’s data-observed.

Ready to try it for yourself?
Grab a Variety 4-pack of our Granola and try for yourself!