We raised the bar on oats by introducing our tasty and nutritious Refrigerated Oat Bars. The results have been delicious! And it’s not just customers who love these bars, the experts love them, too! Pediatrician Joana Fraser, MD is a big fan and shares 5 reasons her kiddos adore them—plus her family’s favorite flavor!

1. Simple Ingredients

“The bars are exactly what I would like to make at home if I had the time(!),” says Dr. Fraser, “with simple, nutritious ingredients.” The fact that our bars have no added sugar or salt* is key, she adds, “given the importance of avoiding these ingredients as much as possible at this young age.”

2. Tasty Texture

Our bars are “not too crunch or chewy,” she says—the perfect texture for kids (and adults).

3. Super Convenient

Dr. Fraser loves that our bars are super convenient. They’re a great grab-and-go snack option, as they can be taken on the go (unrefrigerated) for up to a week. Throw them in a purse, backpack, or diaper bag at the beginning of the week, and they’ll be waiting when hunger calls.

4. Fiber and Protein Content

With 100% whole grain oats, the bars are a source of fiber (protein, too) to keep kids feeling fueled and full. This combo helps keep their blood sugar from spiking. A hearty choice, the bars “help to make sure the kids aren’t asking me for another snack in 20 minutes!” says Dr. Fraser. “It feels great to give them a snack they enjoy eating as much as I enjoy feeding them.”

5. The Perfect Snack

“Once Upon a Farm’s Refrigerated Oat Bars are a perfect snack for my 3 kids,” Dr. Fraser shares. She loves that they can be enjoyed at many ages and stages of childhood. “The bars are perfect for adding to my older kids’ lunchboxes, while I cut up a bar into little squares to feed to the toddler as a snack.”

When it comes to picking a fave, Dr. Fraser’s family are big fans of the Strawberry bar, but her personal favorite (because they’re great for adults, too!) is Apple Cinnamon.

*Not a low-calorie or sodium-free food.