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1 Energy to Spareta -- Solo GI, a subsidiary of New Era Nutrition, has introduced a line of low glycemic bars that moderate the absorption of protein and fiber without creating energy spikes or crashes. Solo GI bars come in four flavors -- Chocolate Charger, Peanut Power, Strawberry Bliss and Mint Mania -- and contain no trans fatty acids, artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols or high-fructose corn

1 Energy to Spare

ta -- Solo GI, a subsidiary of New Era Nutrition, has introduced a line of low glycemic bars that moderate the absorption of protein and fiber without creating energy spikes or crashes. Solo GI bars come in four flavors -- Chocolate Charger, Peanut Power, Strawberry Bliss and Mint Mania -- and contain no trans fatty acids, artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols or high-fructose corn syrup. The bars are a good source of protein and fiber, and are fortified with 23 essential vitamins and minerals. The bars, with a suggested retail of $1.99, have been rigorously formulated to a very low glycemic index (between 22 and 28, depending on flavor).

2 Omega O's

NEEDHAM, Mass. -- Zoe Foods has launched Zoe's O's, a new whole grain cereal containing 800 milligrams of heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids per serving. The cereals are made with 100% all-natural ingredients, including whole grains, soy and ground flaxseed, to give them more protein and fiber than conventional "O" cereals. Available in original, honey nut and cinnamon, the flavors also use evaporated cane juice to give the cereal a hint of sweetness with only three grams of sugar per serving. Retail prices range from $3.49 to $3.99.

3 Gluten Free-dom

NAPA, Calif. -- Annie's Homegrown has introduced a new product for consumers who are wheat- and gluten-intolerant. New Gluten-Free Rice Pasta & Cheddar is made with rice pasta instead of traditional wheat pasta and includes real-aged cheddar cheese. Annie's Gluten-Free Rice Pasta & Cheddar in a 6-ounce box will carry a suggested retail price of $3.29. Also new are Bunny Graham snacks made with organic whole wheat flour; and a larger 12-ounce box of the company's bestselling Cheddar Bunnies snack crackers, in addition to the current 7.5-ounce box. Retails for these items are $2.99 and $3.99, respectively.

4 Organic Tarts

BLAINE, Wash. -- Nature's Path, North America's leading organic cereal manufacturer, has introduced a line of organic toaster pastries -- the first of their kind not to require refrigeration. The organic blueberry, organic strawberry and organic apple cinnamon flavors are each available in frosted and unfrosted varieties. Prices range from $2.59 to $3.29.

5 Bread for Life

Arnold Smart & Healthy, a line of 100% whole wheat breads by Arnold Foods Co., offers four heart-healthy varieties: double fiber, omega-3, sugar-free and "made with organic grains." Arnold Smart & Healthy is the first and only bread line of its kind that is widely available. Each product has a key nutritional benefit to appeal to a variety of health-

conscious consumers, and are true functional foods that help meet multiple nutritional needs. Fibre Goodness provides twice the fiber of traditional wheat bread; Omega-3 DHA/EPA helps Americans meet their omega-3 needs; sugar-free is ideal for diabetics; and "made with organic grains" is for the environmentally conscious. Prices range from $3.29 to $3.79.

6 White Wheat Joy

NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. -- Bake'n Joy has introduced a new line of all-natural, white wheat muffin batters under its PanFree line, which eliminates the need for muffin pans. The 5.25-ounce muffins are available in six flavors: Blueberry, Banana Nut, Corn, Cranberry Apple, Oatmeal Bran and Triple Berry. The line is made with whole white wheat, and is a good source of fiber and protein. The batters are premeasured and deposited in upscale, merchandiser-ready paper pans and flash frozen, ready for the oven. Pans are packed 15 per layer, 45 per case. Suggested retails range up to $1.99 for an estimated 4.75-ounce, finished muffin.

7 Bottled Purity

WHITESTONE, N.Y. -- White Rock Beverage Co. has introduced a line of three U.S. Department of Agriculture-certified organic beverages flavored with fruit extracts and organic cane sugar. Using the tag line, "Purity Awaits You," White Rock Organics come in three, lightly carbonated flavors: Passion Orange, Raspberry Creme and Red Peach. Each has 120 calories per serving, and is brewed using triple-filtered water, natural flavors and no high-fructose corn syrup. The line is available in single-serve, 12-ounce bottles sold in four-packs; and 24-bottle cases, with suggested retails starting at $4.99 per four-pack.