Flax Plus® Raisin Bran Flakes

Contains Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids!

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Organic whole wheat meal, organic wheat bran, organic raisins (coated with organic sunflower oil), organic evaporated cane juice, organic flaxseed, organic oat bran, organic barley malt extract, sea salt, tocopherols (natural vitamin E). Contains wheat. Produced in a facility that uses peanuts, tree nuts or soy.
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I love Flax Plus Raisin Bran,

I love Flax Plus Raisin Bran, it has plenty of nutrition for a single serving. I eat 7 times a day and it is a perfect snack and very filling. i am very satisfied with the amount of rasins, because raisins are very high in sugar and too many would be defeating the purpose of a nutritional diet.

Hi Amanda! Thanks so much

Hi Amanda! Thanks so much for your feedback on our products. We love that you enjoy our delicious and healthy Flax Plus Raisin Bran as much as we do. All the best, Heather, Brand Ambassador, Hemp Plus Granola lover

Shamefully lacking in

Shamefully lacking in raisins! I have bought several boxes of your flax raisin bran, and they all have a serious raisin shortage. Perhaps a renaming is in order? Flax Flakes plus a few raisins!

Hello, Dairylander. We are

Hello, Dairylander. We are very sorry that your cereal did not contain enough of the juicy raisins that make this cereal so great. Our raisins are metered into the box by weight from a vibratory feeder. At times the raisins join together in a sticky clump. Non-organic companies use extra chemicals, etc. to separate fruit which can impact their nutrition negatively. We are working towards solving this problem to improve our consistency and we really appreciate your feedback. Best, Heather, Brand Ambassador, Hemp Plus Granola lover

Tried a box the other day for

Tried a box the other day for the first time. What a disappointment! I counted ten raisins in total in the entire box! Each time a had a bowl, there were at most two raisins. I was so blown away and felt like I had been ripped off, since I essentially paid a high premium for a box of bran cereal, when I already had a large bag at home. Avoid this cereal at all costs. I have tried a no name organic version of Raisin Bran that the supermarket near my house carries and it contains a huge amount of raisins. I have seen Nature Path’s product quality drastically decline ever since it was founded, to the point where they have become a soulless, greedy corporation solely concerned with maximizing profits. Stay away!

Dear Mr Friedman. We regret

Dear Mr Friedman. We regret that you were missing the juicy raisins that make this cereal so great. We meter them into the box by weight from a vibratory feeder. At times the raisins join together. Appropriate levels of fruit require a very diligent quality control processes. We take your complaint very seriously and are working towards solving this problem to improve our consistency. All the best, Heather, Brand Ambassador, Hemp Plus Granola lover

One query, one

One query, one comment: FIRST: I have read and heard that the Omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid in flax is only reliably absorbed into the body when the flax seeds are crushed, since whole flax seeds will pass undigested through the intestinal tract (very expensive and wasteful doo-dee). Have the flax seeds listed in the ingredients of Flax Plus Raisin Bran been crushed? The seeds in your Hemp Plus Granola, also advertising “Excellent Source of Omega-3” appear visible as whole seeds, and are, therefore, possibly NOT an excellent source of Omega-3. SECOND: I much prefer the traditional flavor of Kellogg’s or Post bran flakes to Flax Plus. I believe that the difference is due to added malt flavor and deeper toasting to enhance the wheat taste. You could add a bit of pre-toasted whole wheat and malt syrup to your product for a better taste….less like the cardboard box. Keep up the great work.

I have been eating your Flax

I have been eating your Flax Plus Raisin Bran for about one year now and I want to to know that I think its the best there is. I was told by one of my doctors that I need to increase my fiber intake and your cereal give me 1/3 of the daily amount I need. What’s more important is that it tastes great, not like some over sweetened kids cereal. My only problem is that the supermarket I shop at stopped carrying them and now I have to hunt around for them. Do you have a list of which stores carry your brands? If not what would be a reasonable way to buy them from you direct? This is coming from an guy who doesn’t buy into the organic philosophy, but will buy a product that does what it says and taste great! Best regards! Larry Phillipsburg, NJ

I have been eating your Flax

I have been eating your Flax Plus Raisin Bran for about one year now and I want to to know that I think its the best there is. I was told by one of my doctors that I need to increase my fiber intake and your cereal give me 1/3 of the daily amount I need. What’s more important is that it tastes great, not like some over sweetened kids cereal. My only problem is that the supermarket I shop at stopped carrying them and now I have to hunt around for them. Do you have a list of which stores carry your brands? If not what would be a reasonable way to buy them from you direct? This is coming from an guy who doesn’t buy into the organic philosophy, but will buy a product that does what it says and taste great! Best regards! Larry Phillipsburg, NJ

I bought a box of this stuff

I bought a box of this stuff and the raisins almost split my tooth How long does it sit around the warehouse? My son plunked them into the sink. Said he likes the flakes, but the raisins turned him off! Can’t you just sell the flakes?

Thanks for the feedback.

Thanks for the feedback. We’re sorry you found our raisins too hard; our organic raisins tend to be a little chewier than non-organic varieties and high fiber cereals like this one can extract extra moisture from our raisins as well. For this reason, it’s extra important to be mindful the freshness date on the box and keep opened bags closed. You’ll be happy to hear that our Flax Plus Multibran flakes are sold separately so you are welcome to add your own ingredients if you prefer! http://www.naturespath.com/products/vegetarian/flax-plus-flakes . Best regards, Kyla, Brand Ambassador, Gorilla Munch addict

I had the hankering for

I had the hankering for cereal one day whilst strolling the aisles of Trader Joes in Millbrae, CA. You know, that kind of “I need comfort food” and it better be good for me feeling. Well, that was about 6 months ago and I now keep a constant supply of two boxes on top of the fridge. It would be a tragedy to find myself jonesing for a bowl of your excellent cereal late at night and discover that I had none. I’m a nighttime cereal eater - I’d rather eat a bowl of Flax Plus Raisin Bran than a bowl of ice cream. I’d rather eat a bowl of Flax Plus Raisin Bran than eat a piece of chocolate. I’d rather eat a bowl of Flax Plus Raisin Bran than drink a glass of red wine. I’d rather eat a bowl of Flax Plus Raisin Bran than dinner. Congratulations on making the most satisfying bowl of food I have probably ever eaten. Cheers and thank you for the good works that you do, Susan

Ah hah, I noticed that the

Ah hah, I noticed that the fiber amount changed when the switch to orgainic was made. Unfortunately, this cereal has recently disappeared from Vons and Trader Joes and Jonathans and Bristol Farms / Safeway in recent months. Most unfortunate.

A search for retailers did

A search for retailers did NOT include Trader Joe’s in Sunnyvale, CA. It’s a good bet that the prices for your products there will be less than at whole paycheck aka Hole Foods or Safeway. I tried the Organic Flax Plus Raisin Bran ONCE and now I’m hooked. Should have know though. That’s often the cause with items purchased from Trader Joe’s. Keep up the good work. Good Guys 1 Monsanto zero!!

Hi there, thanks for taking

Hi there, thanks for taking the time to write us. We’re so glad to hear you like the Organic Flax Plus Raisin Bran. We think it’s a cereal to get hooked on as well! For more information on our retailers visit: http://www.naturespath.com/faq

All the best, Leah, Nature’s Path Brand Ambassador.

Hello and thanks for taking

Hello and thanks for taking the time to write us. We’re glad you like our cereal, the Organic Flax Plus Raisin Bran is an easy one to get hooked on! We’ll make sure to keep up the good work spreading organic goodness! All the best, Leah, Nature’s Path Brand Ambassador.

I share the experience of

I share the experience of finding some boxes of cereal full of plump juicy raisins, and others with only a few, dry hard raisins. So sometimes I love your cereal, and something I just tolerate it.

I agree! The 11 grams is why

I agree! The 11 grams is why I purchased the cereal in the first place, now it is 8 grams and I have to look elsewhere for my daily fiber intake.

I agree with everyone’s

I agree with everyone’s comments. It was great to get the 11 grams of fiber in a great tasting cereal. So, why change it? Unless it was supposed to be 8 grams initially and listed incorrectly? Also, the raisins SHOULD be improved. They are not very big and usually on the hard side. Bring back the 11 grams of fiber!

Hello, Could you tell me if

Hello, Could you tell me if there is any folate in this cereal?

Great question, but

Great question, but unfortunately we don’t measure the folate in our cereals. Best, Kylie, Brand Ambassador, Panda Puffs Addict

Why is there less fiber in

Why is there less fiber in each serving now? It tasted amazing at 11g of fiber now it only has 8. That is not enough to help meet my daily needs. I will need to switch to a higher fiber cereal.

I agree completely. I just

I agree completely. I just sent the following: (Though I thought it had been changed to 8 g I was wrong it seens to be 8g, even worse. It was great at 11g I have been eating your flax/raisin bran cereal for a long time. The question is… It used to have 11 grams of fiber, now it has nine. Occasionally I can find a store with the 11 gram batches. What is up with that? I have asked Whole foods to look into it as well, and there has never been an answer forthcoming. It would be great to be able to find the 11 gram cereal. PS. There is also a randomness to the amount of raisins in each package. Some have a lot, and I have also had a box with maybe 3 raisins in the entire box. The raisins themselves range from typical raisin dryness and consistency, to tiny in size, and rock hard. I have tried switching to other cereals (other brands) but I prefer the taste and crisp consistency of the flakes in yours. Anyway, I would really appreciate it if I could get my 11 gram raisin bran/flax breakfast cereal again. Just doesn’t seem fair that I find the perfect breakfast cereal and then it changes. Please let me know.

Deceptive Advertising. You

Deceptive Advertising. You have reduced the fiber content per serving from 11g to 8g while simultaneously adding a “high fiber” label to the packaging. While the label may be technically correct, your attempt to mislead has cost you a customer.

I’m so sorry you got the

I’m so sorry you got the impression that we were trying to mislead you. We absolutely were not. The fiber on our cereal changes not because of a recipe change but because it’s organic. Let me explain; as we only use organic ingredients the nutrition fluctuates depending on the crop (and things like climate and crop conditions). We re-test yearly to ensure the nutrition panels are accurate. We added the high fiber label because cereal with over 5 grams of fiber is considered high fiber and at 8 grams we meet the criteria for this claim. Hope this explanation helps! Best, Kylie, Brand Ambassador, Panda Puffs Addict

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  • High Fiber
    Contains 20% or more of the Daily Value (DV) to describe protein, vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, or potassium per reference amount.
  • No Trans Fat
    There are no (zero grams) trans fats present in this item. Trans fats are formed when liquid oils are made into solid fats (shortening and hard margarine).
  • Vegetarian
    Produced without using any ingredients sourced from meat, fish, fowl or eggs, in accordance with the founder’s philosophy and lifestyle.
  • Whole Grain
    Whole grains or foods made from them contain all the essential parts and naturally-occurring nutrients of the entire grain seed.

Nutrition facts shown here and on the box may vary. This is because product packaging is frequently changed, therefore the information on the box reflects the most accurate and up-to-date nutritional information.

I love Flax Plus Raisin Bran,

I love Flax Plus Raisin Bran, it has plenty of nutrition for a single serving. I eat 7 times a day and it is a perfect snack and very filling. i am very satisfied with the amount of rasins, because raisins are very high in sugar and too many would be defeating the purpose of a nutritional diet.

Hi Amanda! Thanks so much

Hi Amanda! Thanks so much for your feedback on our products. We love that you enjoy our delicious and healthy Flax Plus Raisin Bran as much as we do. All the best, Heather, Brand Ambassador, Hemp Plus Granola lover

Shamefully lacking in

Shamefully lacking in raisins! I have bought several boxes of your flax raisin bran, and they all have a serious raisin shortage. Perhaps a renaming is in order? Flax Flakes plus a few raisins!

Hello, Dairylander. We are

Hello, Dairylander. We are very sorry that your cereal did not contain enough of the juicy raisins that make this cereal so great. Our raisins are metered into the box by weight from a vibratory feeder. At times the raisins join together in a sticky clump. Non-organic companies use extra chemicals, etc. to separate fruit which can impact their nutrition negatively. We are working towards solving this problem to improve our consistency and we really appreciate your feedback. Best, Heather, Brand Ambassador, Hemp Plus Granola lover

Tried a box the other day for

Tried a box the other day for the first time. What a disappointment! I counted ten raisins in total in the entire box! Each time a had a bowl, there were at most two raisins. I was so blown away and felt like I had been ripped off, since I essentially paid a high premium for a box of bran cereal, when I already had a large bag at home. Avoid this cereal at all costs. I have tried a no name organic version of Raisin Bran that the supermarket near my house carries and it contains a huge amount of raisins. I have seen Nature Path’s product quality drastically decline ever since it was founded, to the point where they have become a soulless, greedy corporation solely concerned with maximizing profits. Stay away!

Dear Mr Friedman. We regret

Dear Mr Friedman. We regret that you were missing the juicy raisins that make this cereal so great. We meter them into the box by weight from a vibratory feeder. At times the raisins join together. Appropriate levels of fruit require a very diligent quality control processes. We take your complaint very seriously and are working towards solving this problem to improve our consistency. All the best, Heather, Brand Ambassador, Hemp Plus Granola lover

One query, one

One query, one comment: FIRST: I have read and heard that the Omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid in flax is only reliably absorbed into the body when the flax seeds are crushed, since whole flax seeds will pass undigested through the intestinal tract (very expensive and wasteful doo-dee). Have the flax seeds listed in the ingredients of Flax Plus Raisin Bran been crushed? The seeds in your Hemp Plus Granola, also advertising “Excellent Source of Omega-3” appear visible as whole seeds, and are, therefore, possibly NOT an excellent source of Omega-3. SECOND: I much prefer the traditional flavor of Kellogg’s or Post bran flakes to Flax Plus. I believe that the difference is due to added malt flavor and deeper toasting to enhance the wheat taste. You could add a bit of pre-toasted whole wheat and malt syrup to your product for a better taste….less like the cardboard box. Keep up the great work.

I have been eating your Flax

I have been eating your Flax Plus Raisin Bran for about one year now and I want to to know that I think its the best there is. I was told by one of my doctors that I need to increase my fiber intake and your cereal give me 1/3 of the daily amount I need. What’s more important is that it tastes great, not like some over sweetened kids cereal. My only problem is that the supermarket I shop at stopped carrying them and now I have to hunt around for them. Do you have a list of which stores carry your brands? If not what would be a reasonable way to buy them from you direct? This is coming from an guy who doesn’t buy into the organic philosophy, but will buy a product that does what it says and taste great! Best regards! Larry Phillipsburg, NJ

I have been eating your Flax

I have been eating your Flax Plus Raisin Bran for about one year now and I want to to know that I think its the best there is. I was told by one of my doctors that I need to increase my fiber intake and your cereal give me 1/3 of the daily amount I need. What’s more important is that it tastes great, not like some over sweetened kids cereal. My only problem is that the supermarket I shop at stopped carrying them and now I have to hunt around for them. Do you have a list of which stores carry your brands? If not what would be a reasonable way to buy them from you direct? This is coming from an guy who doesn’t buy into the organic philosophy, but will buy a product that does what it says and taste great! Best regards! Larry Phillipsburg, NJ

I bought a box of this stuff

I bought a box of this stuff and the raisins almost split my tooth How long does it sit around the warehouse? My son plunked them into the sink. Said he likes the flakes, but the raisins turned him off! Can’t you just sell the flakes?

Thanks for the feedback.

Thanks for the feedback. We’re sorry you found our raisins too hard; our organic raisins tend to be a little chewier than non-organic varieties and high fiber cereals like this one can extract extra moisture from our raisins as well. For this reason, it’s extra important to be mindful the freshness date on the box and keep opened bags closed. You’ll be happy to hear that our Flax Plus Multibran flakes are sold separately so you are welcome to add your own ingredients if you prefer! http://www.naturespath.com/products/vegetarian/flax-plus-flakes . Best regards, Kyla, Brand Ambassador, Gorilla Munch addict

I had the hankering for

I had the hankering for cereal one day whilst strolling the aisles of Trader Joes in Millbrae, CA. You know, that kind of “I need comfort food” and it better be good for me feeling. Well, that was about 6 months ago and I now keep a constant supply of two boxes on top of the fridge. It would be a tragedy to find myself jonesing for a bowl of your excellent cereal late at night and discover that I had none. I’m a nighttime cereal eater - I’d rather eat a bowl of Flax Plus Raisin Bran than a bowl of ice cream. I’d rather eat a bowl of Flax Plus Raisin Bran than eat a piece of chocolate. I’d rather eat a bowl of Flax Plus Raisin Bran than drink a glass of red wine. I’d rather eat a bowl of Flax Plus Raisin Bran than dinner. Congratulations on making the most satisfying bowl of food I have probably ever eaten. Cheers and thank you for the good works that you do, Susan

Ah hah, I noticed that the

Ah hah, I noticed that the fiber amount changed when the switch to orgainic was made. Unfortunately, this cereal has recently disappeared from Vons and Trader Joes and Jonathans and Bristol Farms / Safeway in recent months. Most unfortunate.

A search for retailers did

A search for retailers did NOT include Trader Joe’s in Sunnyvale, CA. It’s a good bet that the prices for your products there will be less than at whole paycheck aka Hole Foods or Safeway. I tried the Organic Flax Plus Raisin Bran ONCE and now I’m hooked. Should have know though. That’s often the cause with items purchased from Trader Joe’s. Keep up the good work. Good Guys 1 Monsanto zero!!

Hi there, thanks for taking

Hi there, thanks for taking the time to write us. We’re so glad to hear you like the Organic Flax Plus Raisin Bran. We think it’s a cereal to get hooked on as well! For more information on our retailers visit: http://www.naturespath.com/faq

All the best, Leah, Nature’s Path Brand Ambassador.

Hello and thanks for taking

Hello and thanks for taking the time to write us. We’re glad you like our cereal, the Organic Flax Plus Raisin Bran is an easy one to get hooked on! We’ll make sure to keep up the good work spreading organic goodness! All the best, Leah, Nature’s Path Brand Ambassador.

I share the experience of

I share the experience of finding some boxes of cereal full of plump juicy raisins, and others with only a few, dry hard raisins. So sometimes I love your cereal, and something I just tolerate it.

I agree! The 11 grams is why

I agree! The 11 grams is why I purchased the cereal in the first place, now it is 8 grams and I have to look elsewhere for my daily fiber intake.

I agree with everyone’s

I agree with everyone’s comments. It was great to get the 11 grams of fiber in a great tasting cereal. So, why change it? Unless it was supposed to be 8 grams initially and listed incorrectly? Also, the raisins SHOULD be improved. They are not very big and usually on the hard side. Bring back the 11 grams of fiber!

Hello, Could you tell me if

Hello, Could you tell me if there is any folate in this cereal?

Great question, but

Great question, but unfortunately we don’t measure the folate in our cereals. Best, Kylie, Brand Ambassador, Panda Puffs Addict

Why is there less fiber in

Why is there less fiber in each serving now? It tasted amazing at 11g of fiber now it only has 8. That is not enough to help meet my daily needs. I will need to switch to a higher fiber cereal.

I agree completely. I just

I agree completely. I just sent the following: (Though I thought it had been changed to 8 g I was wrong it seens to be 8g, even worse. It was great at 11g I have been eating your flax/raisin bran cereal for a long time. The question is… It used to have 11 grams of fiber, now it has nine. Occasionally I can find a store with the 11 gram batches. What is up with that? I have asked Whole foods to look into it as well, and there has never been an answer forthcoming. It would be great to be able to find the 11 gram cereal. PS. There is also a randomness to the amount of raisins in each package. Some have a lot, and I have also had a box with maybe 3 raisins in the entire box. The raisins themselves range from typical raisin dryness and consistency, to tiny in size, and rock hard. I have tried switching to other cereals (other brands) but I prefer the taste and crisp consistency of the flakes in yours. Anyway, I would really appreciate it if I could get my 11 gram raisin bran/flax breakfast cereal again. Just doesn’t seem fair that I find the perfect breakfast cereal and then it changes. Please let me know.

Deceptive Advertising. You

Deceptive Advertising. You have reduced the fiber content per serving from 11g to 8g while simultaneously adding a “high fiber” label to the packaging. While the label may be technically correct, your attempt to mislead has cost you a customer.

I’m so sorry you got the

I’m so sorry you got the impression that we were trying to mislead you. We absolutely were not. The fiber on our cereal changes not because of a recipe change but because it’s organic. Let me explain; as we only use organic ingredients the nutrition fluctuates depending on the crop (and things like climate and crop conditions). We re-test yearly to ensure the nutrition panels are accurate. We added the high fiber label because cereal with over 5 grams of fiber is considered high fiber and at 8 grams we meet the criteria for this claim. Hope this explanation helps! Best, Kylie, Brand Ambassador, Panda Puffs Addict