Jamba Juice Company was recognized by Parents magazine in its February issue as one of the 25 "Best snacks for 2011." Namely, Jamba-branded Yogurt and Sorbet Bars made the list, which was compiled by four nutrition experts and taste-tested by 200 children.
Parents were also able to cast a vote based on which products were the most convenient and easy to eat on the go.
The experts reviewed packaged product ingredients for calorie count, fat, sugar, salt and vitamin content to ensure they were healthy.
The Jamba products fell under the Dairy Smarts category, created for kids who don't drink milk. The Yogurt and Sorbet Bars come in three flavors — Vanilla Strawberry Jubilation, Vanilla Blueberry-Pomegranate Perfection and Coconut Pineapple Passion Smashin'. The low-fat frozen novelty snack bars have 80 to 90 calories per bar, are made with real fruit and all natural ingredients, provide a good source of Vitamin C and contain pre-biotic fiber and probiotic cultures.
The bars — like all Jamba Juice products — contain no artificial colors, flavors, high fructose corn syrup or preservatives.
"We are thrilled to have our Yogurt and Sorbet Bars recognized by a renowned publication like Parents magazine," said Julie Washington, vice president and general manager, Jamba Consumer Products, Jamba Juice Company. "We wanted to create a product that is the perfect after school (or work) snack that you won't feel guilty about eating. The Yogurt and Sorbet Bars satisfy the growing need for a better-for-you treat and bring Jamba's fun, delicious, high-quality products we offer in-store, to your home."
The Jamba-branded frozen novelties, which are manufactured under license by Oregon Ice Cream LLC out of Eugene, Ore., are available in select retailers across the nation. The suggested retail pricing is $3.99 for a box of four 2.5-ounce bars.
