Are That’s it Fruit Bars Healthy? Dietitian Review

That’s it fruit bars are dried fruit bars (or fruit leathers) made without any other ingredients. But are That’s it fruit bars a healthy choice? Check out our full dietitian review before adding them to your grocery cart.

That’s it Fruit Bar Flavours

That’s It fruit bars are available in four flavours in Canada: Apple + Cherry, Apple + Blueberry, Apple + Mango, and Apple + Strawberry. If you’re living in the United States, there are fifteen flavours to choose from.

Nutrition Marketing Claims

That’s it bars are described as using simple ingredients to help make healthy snacking easier. Their website states they do not use added preservatives, colours, or added sugars.

Are That's it Fruit Bars Healthy?

Taste & Texture

This bar has a mild, sweet flavour. As a fruit leather, the bar has a soft, chewy texture.

Are That's it Fruit Bars Healthy?

That’s it Fruit Bar Ingredients

The ingredients listed below are for the Apple + Blueberry flavour. See our That’s It Bar Ingredient Chart below for other flavours.

  • Apples: dried apples are the main ingredient of That’s it fruit bars.
  • Blueberries: dried blueberries are the flavour enhancer in this bar.

Priority allergens

There are no priority allergens listed on the label. Always read nutrition labels for allergen information before consuming a product.

That’s it Fruit Bar Ingredients

Ingredients
Apple + CherryApples, cherries
Apple + BlueberryApples, blueberries
Apple + MangoApples, mangoes
Apple + StrawberryApples, strawberries

 

That’s it Bar Nutrition Facts 

Are That's it Fruit Bars Healthy?

Note: the nutrition facts below reflect the Apple + Blueberries flavoured That’s it bar. The range of nutrition information for all flavours is listed in parentheses. See our That’s It Bar Nutrition Facts Comparison Chart for details. 

Calories: 100

Fat: 0g

Saturated fat: 0g

Carbohydrate: 26g (26-27g) from dried fruit.

Fibre: 4g (3-4g) from dried fruit.

Sugar: 19g (17-23g) from dried fruit.

Protein: 1g. This is a trace amount of protein found in fried fruit,

Sodium: 25mg (25-30mg). This is a trace amount of sodium found in fruit.

Other nutrients: potassium 151mg (151-332mg), calcium 10mg (10-20mg), iron 1mg (0.5-1mg). All are naturally present in apples and blueberries.

That’s it Bar Nutrition Facts Comparison Chart

Apple + CherryApple + BlueberryApple + MangoApple + Strawberry
Calories100100100100
Fat (g)0000
Saturated fat (g)0000
Carbohydrate (g)26262722
Fibre (g)3434
Sugar (g)22192317
Protein (g)1101
Sodium (mg)20252530
Potassium (mg)193151175332

Do That’s it Bars contain micronutrients and antioxidants found in whole fruit?

Though only the minimum required nutrients are listed on the nutrition facts table for these bars (you can read more about the basics of a nutrition facts table here), we know that fruit does retain some of its micronutrient (vitamin and mineral) and antioxidant content after being dried.

The amount of nutrients retained after drying differs depending on the fruit and drying process used. But this means That’s It Bars likely provide more vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants than what is included in the nutrition facts table. This is especially noteworthy since naturally occurring micronutrients and antioxidants are less common in packaged, shelf-stable snacks. 

Cost

That’s it fruit bars are available in Ontario for $2.49 per bar.

Do That’s it fruit bars live up to their marketing claims?

Yes. That’s it fruit bars claim to be a healthy snack made with simple ingredients. They contain only fruit, and can be part of a healthy snack on the go.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What’s in a That’s it fruit bar?

That’s it bars are made with only fruit. Depending on the flavour, That’s it bars contain one small apple, and a small amount of berries, cherries, or mango.

How much fruit is in a That’s it fruit bar?

That’s it bar contains the equivalent of one fruit serving per bar.

Are That’s it fruit bars processed?

That’s it bars are minimally processed, as the bars contain dried fruit.

Are That’s it fruit bars healthy for diabetics?

Dried fruit is a more concentrated source of sugar and can be easier to overeat than whole fruit. However, dried apples have a similar glycemic index to whole apples, indicating that fruit leathers consumed in moderation can be an appropriate on-the-go snack for people with diabetes.

Are That’s it fruit bars vegan?

Yes, That’s it bars are vegan.

Are That’s it fruit bars high in sugar?

That’s it bars contain 17-23g of sugar per bar coming from dried fruit. There is no added sugar in these bars. This amount of sugar is equivalent to 1/3 cup of dried apple, or 1 medium apple, which is not an excessive amount of fruit (sugar) for one snack.

Are That’s it fruit bars a healthy snack?

That’s it bars can be a good choice for a healthy, minimally processed snack on the go. We suggest pairing fruit leathers with a source of protein/healthy fats for a balanced snack.

Are That’s it fruit bars nut-free?

Yes, That’s it bars are nut-free. Always check the food packaging for allergens prior to consuming a product.

Are That’s it fruit bars good for people with allergies?

Yes, That’s it bars are free from priority allergens, such as nuts, soy, dairy, and gluten. Always check the food packaging for allergens prior to consuming a product.

Are That’s it fruit bars low FODMAP?

No, apples, the main ingredient in these bars, are considered high FODMAP.

Are That’s it fruit bars organic?

No, the ingredients in That’t it bars are not organic.

Are That’s it fruit bars keto?

No, That’s it bars contain ~20-24g net carbohydrates per bar and are not considered keto.

Are That’s it fruit bars gluten-free?

Yes, That’s it bars are gluten-free.

Do That’s it fruit bars count as a serving of fruit?

That’s it bars contain the equivalent of one serving of fruit.

Can I eat a fruit leather instead of whole fruit?

Fruit leathers or any dried fruit products are a great shelf-stable option for fruit on the go. However, the dried nature of these products means they are often less filling than whole fruit. We suggest choosing whole fruit where possible for a more satiating option.

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Join the Conversation

  1. Rodney Curtis says:

    I am looking to buy Thats it fruit bar. I am wondering, about the nutritional value of the bars. For example the Apple blueberry bar, is it full of nutrients like blueberry’s or does it lose it’s nutrients when dried out. Do the bars contain vitamin C, K and Maganese? What about the antioxidants?

    1. Hi Rodney.

      The company has not included this information on the label so it is difficult to know for sure (the bar would need to be tested in a lab). Generally speaking, fruit has been shown to retain some antioxidant and micronutrient content after being dried so the nutrients found in fresh blueberries/apples are likely still present, but the exact amount is unknown.

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