Walden Farms is a brand that sells syrups, dips, sauces, salad dressings, jams, and other condiments. With “no calories, fat, carbs, gluten, or sugars of any kind!” Wow, what is this array of toxic chemicals I enjoy? Only 20 carcinogens per scoop? YUMMMYYYY.
Okay, I kid, I kid. Well, maybe not. I would be curious what someone like Alan Aragon would say about Walden Farms. What do YOU think about it?
It comes back down to the discussion of what “healthy” or “clean” means. Yes, Walden Farms is not high in calories, fat, carbs, or any of the other elements that may be considered putrid to figure competitors or others trying to lose weight. BUT, when we use artificial “foods” (chemicals) like Walden Farms, are we helping reach our goals of uber-health, or acting in a way directly opposite to our goals? For example, whenever clients ask me nutritional advice, I hesitate to suggest Walden Farms or other non-whole foods. I advocate healthy whole food choices, including green vegetables, lean proteins, etc, etc…yet for myself, I do buy items such as protein powders, Walden Farms, and miracle noodles. Why is that?
Some of you, my lovely blog readers, have experienced the plethora of xantham gum that is Walden Farms. Some of you may have tried a few kinds, and may be curious about certain other products. Some of you may have never tried Walden Farms at all. For those of you who may be wondering about the products, I personally have ordered many. And thrown away many. Let me provide you with my personal review.
Chocolate syrup: yummers
Pancake syrup: yummers
Blueberry syrup: pretty good
Balsamic vinaigrette: Yummy
Thick n Spicy BBQ sauce: pretty decent
Ketchup: bleh
Mayo: gross
Peanut Butter: disgusting & nasty
Caramel dip: okay
Strawberry fruit spread: Yummy
Marinara sauce: Yummy
Ceasar salad dressing: icky
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