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| MaryJane |
Posted - Oct 16 2007 : 6:39:47 PM
Check out our latest invention. We've got serious braggin' rights on these. They are ABSOLUTELY the best food bar you'll ever eat!!! Here 'tis:
http://products.maryjanesfarm.org/pfoshop/product.asp?dept_id=236&ProductID=2049025
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| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| Sunny |
Posted - Nov 08 2007 : 11:25:38 AM
Even the label is adorable! "Pertinacity" was a new one on me!
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| Persephone |
Posted - Nov 08 2007 : 11:18:54 AM
Oooh, these look good! I used to work in a vitamin store, and they sold "health bars", but they all had "isolates", or other "protein powders" in them , and I just don't want to consume that stuff. And don't forget the scary fake sugars. I'm so glad there's another option out there. |
| Libbie |
Posted - Nov 07 2007 : 10:41:21 PM
I have to say that my vote so far goes for the sour cherry bar - WOW is it good!!!!
XOXO, Libbie
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| Sunny |
Posted - Nov 05 2007 : 09:48:27 AM
They really are! The mango one is my favorite...takes you right to the islands!!!
~Sunny
You never know what each day will bring, so laugh, love, sing. |
| MarinesWife |
Posted - Nov 03 2007 : 4:55:38 PM
These sound so good!!! I really need to place an order! :)
Melissa
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| Sunny |
Posted - Nov 02 2007 : 5:01:19 PM
Hi Ronna,
Yes, the baking powder can be purchased from the farm. We sell it by the ounce and there's no minimum amount.
I know asthma attacks are serious. I witnessed a friend's little boy during one, and it was very frightening. Moms like yours who have to be careful to protect their little "chicks" have so much extra to think about when allergies come into play, don't they?
Let's hear it for all the Mother Hens of the world!!! 
Farmgirl hugs,
~Sunny
You never know what each day will bring, so laugh, love, sing. |
| Ronna |
Posted - Nov 02 2007 : 1:47:52 PM
Thanks for the clarification Sunny. My alleriies aren't such an issue now as when I was growing up..but then, food labels weren't explicit like they are now. Some foods gave me an asthma attack right away, others were on a second list that would bother me if I also ate another item on the list.
Really hard to stay away from soy, it's in so many things today. I remember my mother making an issue of me having to have butter, not margarine due to the soy. And foam pillows (which were really pricey when they came out) rather than feathers.
While allergy to soy isn't generally thought of as life threatening as with something like peanuts, a severe asthma attack can be fatal if not treated.
I do appreciate the precise wording on Mary Jane's products.
On another note, is it possible to buy the Barron Mills baking powder from the farm?
Ronna |
| Sunny |
Posted - Nov 02 2007 : 1:38:23 PM
Hi Everyone,
You are so right on all counts! The bars are soooo yummy, and clarification for those with allergies is always important!
The most serious allergies I've heard of are for those allergic to nuts. Peanuts and sesame (although technically neither are nuts), are allergies commonly lumped into this grouping, and the allergic reactions can be serious to life-threatening. If I was in this grouping, I would avoid any food produced in a facility that processed any peanuts or sesame (even oils). This is a very challenging allergy.
Many people want to avoid wheat products for various reasons. For some with celiac disease, their reaction to gluten may be triggered by oats. So even though oats are listed in some sources as safe for those on a gluten-free diet, some must still avoid them. Allergies, and the thresholds of their reaction points, are very individual!
I've never heard of soy allergies being of the life-threatening kind, especially if it's likely only microscopic particles that may have drifted into a product through the air. But, who knows, some people may have so much of an allergy to anything even remotely soy that they need to find food processing facilities that are soy-free.
So, for those with serious allergies of any of those items we mentioned, avoid any facility that processes them. For most, who just avoid eating certain foods, the absolute purity of a wheat, soy, and nut-free processing facility is not an issue.
I really "feel for" children with allergies and their mothers, because many people don't understand how serious the reactions can be. Especially during the holidays, common things like baked goods at schools that some moms bring in as a treat for all the children may cause embarrassment for the allergic children who don't want to be seen as "different," or having some health "problem."
So, if I've been wordy here, please pardon me, as it's just to put in a touch of greater understanding for those with allergies!
Farmgirl hugs to all,
~Sunny
You never know what each day will bring, so laugh, love, sing. |
| Ronna |
Posted - Nov 02 2007 : 11:33:53 AM
Thanks for the info Lori. Maybe we need someone at the farm to clarify this for those with allergies. Big difference between "contains" and "may contain traces of" for some. So many variances of food allergies and how we are affected.
Ronna |
| Canadian farmgirl |
Posted - Nov 02 2007 : 06:53:59 AM
Ronna,
Here's what the wrapper says for the Cherry Cobbler taskbar:
Ingredients: *Date Paste, *Dry Roasted Almonds, *Red Sour Cherries (*red sour cherries, *cane sugar, *rice flour), *Rolled Oats, Natural Flavor, *Peanuts.
*Certified organic by Idaho State Department of Agriculture
Then below the ingredients list, it says:
Contains: Soy, Wheat, Peanuts, Nuts
This product is processed in a facility that handles dairy products, eggs, soy, fish, nuts, peanuts, seeds, and wheat.
So, I'm guessing the bar doesn't have soy as an ingredient, but may have come in contact with equipment that processed soy, so could have trace amounts, which they have to state for people with severe allergies.
Hope this helps,
Lori |
| Past Blessings |
Posted - Nov 02 2007 : 05:05:55 AM
I was able to try three flavors (thanks, MJ!) and they really are good. I tried Cherry Cobbler, Raspberry Jam & Peanuts and Mango Smoothie. They were all good. I think overall Raspberry Jam & Peanuts was the favorite (I had hubbie and kids try them too) but I really liked Cherry Cobbler. Mango Madness was still go too though . . . really not a loser in the bunch! Definitely a great snack for the family with no weird words that are 20 letters long and can't be pronounced!! LOL!
Hugs & blessings,
Brenda
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| Ronna |
Posted - Nov 01 2007 : 10:46:34 PM
Lori,
Does the wrapper say "made in a facility that processes Soy, etc" or list soy as an ingredient? Web listing does not say Soy is an ingredient. I'm allergic to Soy also, though being processed in a plant where Soy may be in other items would not be an issue for me.
Ronna |
| Canadian farmgirl |
Posted - Nov 01 2007 : 09:56:38 AM
Darn, I knew this would happen! I just received my order today, and I had ordered 2 bars to try them out...just ate the Cherry Cobbler, and it's SOOOO good. I should have ordered more! Oh well, next order, definitely have to stock up.
By the way, the wrapper states "made in a facility that processes soy, wheat, peanuts, nuts" so not sure if this is going to be a problem for you Amy. You could check with the folks at MaryJanesFarm on this.
Lori |
| amyartgirl |
Posted - Oct 31 2007 : 12:47:58 PM
oooh...these do sound very tasty. And what is even better, these are soy free, which I need to watch for....usually these type of "power bars" have soy in them. They would also be a great "treat" for my hubbie because they are vegan. 
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| Alee |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 4:42:14 PM
Oh Darn! I was just out at the farm yesterday and I was going to buy some! Silly me! I guess I will have to order some to be delivered to Wyoming. I am taking a quick trip to see my family so that would be a fun package to get!
Alee
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| jpbluesky |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 2:11:36 PM
We must not forget - the holidays are coming! These bars, and all of MJ's packaged foods are wonderful gifts and stocking stuffers.
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| Marybeth |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 1:58:51 PM
My Taskbars arrived today. I just tried the Mango Smoothie---YUMMY!!! I got Cherry also, can't wait for all the others. Pure raw food it says and good. MB
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| willowtreecreek |
Posted - Oct 18 2007 : 4:07:54 PM
Aww man that Raspberry one sounds SO good but I am ALLERGIC to raspberries!
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| Canadian farmgirl |
Posted - Oct 18 2007 : 1:59:32 PM
Just ordered a couple to try, these will be MY treats!
Lori |
| janetinva123 |
Posted - Oct 17 2007 : 5:51:36 PM
My mouth is watering. I will be ordering some of these very soon.
Jc
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| Libbie |
Posted - Oct 17 2007 : 1:07:41 PM
MMMmmmmm...my mouth started watering with the sour cherries, too! YUM! And just in time for the holidays when time is tight and a quick snack is a necessity - THANK YOU!!!!! - and my little Will thanks you in advance, too. He needs something healthy, yummy and portable for herding sheep!
XOXO, Libbie
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| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Oct 17 2007 : 11:03:31 AM
Oh those flavors sound wonderful too..especially the apricot!! Wow! I will want to try them all as they come out. Thanks so much for making these!!!
Jenny in Utah
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| CabinCreek-Kentucky |
Posted - Oct 17 2007 : 10:36:35 AM
ohhhhhhhhhh chile! when those other flavors come out .. consider this my 'formal request' for six of each .. jus' take that MC card of mine and 'burn it'!!! (it is usually IN FLAMES at the end of each month anyway!) xo, frannie
p.s. 'friction' from purse to hand to card machine will set sparks!!
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| Annika |
Posted - Oct 17 2007 : 10:23:04 AM
My Boyfriend is type II diabetic and these would be great emergency food for our car kit, especially with winter coming on. These would be good burst of energy work out bars, stocking stuffers, hiking snacks,any time you are too busy to take time to cook something for yourself snacks. Good for busy new moms, who need a quick pick up at the drop of a hat. Just plain good.
During lambing and kidding season, I end up away from the house for long stretches and getting pretty cold and tired. Having a stash of Taskbars with a thermos of good hot coffee or tea and I'll be a happy girl.
Wishing you joy in small things and peace in your heart
Annika
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| Marybeth |
Posted - Oct 17 2007 : 09:02:44 AM
Got mine ordered. YUM!! Thanks MaryJane. MB
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