Hi Melissa and thanks for reaching out to us. Unfortunately, the exact composition used is in our natural flavor considered proprietary information by the supplier. But I can share some additional info if that helps. Our natural flavors are fruit, spice or plant based and we don’t use MSG, artificial flavors, colors or preservatives in any of our organically certified foods. A natural flavor has not been submitted to processes that have significantly altered the original physical, chemical or biological state. It has no constituent or fraction thereof removed or significantly changed. The natural flavors are non allergenic as they do not contain any proteins. Natural flavor may also contain (non GMO corn based) alcohol, used in the process of extraction. Does that help? All the best, Justine, Nature’s Path Team

Hi Meli and thanks for sharing your awesome feedback with us! I too love our oatmeal— in fact, I had never even tried oatmeal until I joined the Nature’s Path Team! However, now I’m proud to say I’m a huge oatmeal lover too. Because we value your input about the added fruit, I’ll be sure to pass along your feedback to the Brand Manager. Take care, Justine, Nature’s Path Team

Hi Tim and thanks for getting in touch with us as it is important to check the best before dates for organic products. The best before date reading day/month/year/letter code for Hot Oatmeal is located on the front of the box on the top left corner. Individual packs also have a code on them, which is the code your provided. This code can be deciphered as follows: the first digit refers to the year of production, followed by 3 digits referring to the Julian day of the year (Julian calendar), followed by a letter referring to whether it was produced during a day or evening shift, and finally followed by the time of production. In your case, your oatmeal was produced on January 6, 2011. The shelf life of our oatmeal is 14 months. If you are ever unsure in the future, please be sure to ask us or check codes in this way. All the best, Justine, Nature’s Path Team.

Thanks so much for taking the time to reach out to us Diana. I suggest adding a tad less water than you normally use and see how the consistency is. You can then keep adding water until it is the consistency you would like it. As per our quality guarantee, please email a clear scan or photo of the expiry date flap to Nicolette at consumerservices@naturespath.com and she will be sure to look after you. All the best, Jamie, Nature’s Path Team

Thanks for taking the time to get in touch with us Al. Unfortunately, our hot oatmeal is only available in individual sachets and not in bulk. I will pass along your thought to our Brand Manager though. In regards to picking up the product, please email Nicolette at cereal@naturespath.com and she can put you in touch with some resources. Take care Al, Jamie, Nature’s Path Team

Thanks so much for taking the time to get in touch with us Chris! We’re so glad you’re loving this oatmeal. The UPC is 058 449 450 009. Take care, Jamie, Nature’s Path Team

Hello Rheannon and thanks so much for writing to us! Unfortunately, the bags for the oatmeal are not recyclable due to the inner plastic lining which is fused to the outer paper. We are diligently working with organic industry companies to develop a 100% recyclable, compostable plastic film made from non Genetically Modified plant cellulose (possibly from wood) that has the necessary oxygen and moisture barrier qualities. There currently isn’t a suitable packaging substitute on the market, but we’re keeping on it Rheannon! We appreciate that you have the same evironmental concerns as us. Take care, Jamie, Nature’s Path Team

Thanks so much for your feedback Nikki. Isn’t it delicious and it is great knowing a little hot water can go a long way! Take care, Jamie, Nature’s Path Team

Hi Phyllis, thanks for sharing your feedback with us! It’s great to hear that both you and your husband love this oatmeal! Cheers, Emily from Nature’s Path

Yes, it is a form of raw sugar squeezed from organically grown cane. Best, Kyla, Brand Ambassador, Gorilla Munch Addict.