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Upfront

Upfront Apple Cinnamon Protein bar

Upfront Apple Cinnamon Protein bar

Company's Description

The prime example of the Upfront standard: a clean protein bar with nuts and dates. The Upfront protein bar was developed from the frustration that other protein bars contain many unrecognizable ingredients. We have proven that this can be done differently: a bar with 15 grams of protein, and ingredients that you do know.


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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 60g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 259 kcal
TotalFat: 11g
SaturatedFat: 2.5g
Sodium: 0.28g
TotalCarbohydrates: 23g
DietaryFiber: 3.3g
TotalSugars: 18g
AddedSugars: 0g
Protein: 15g
‎👋 Assessment: Good fiber and protein, with moderate fats. The sugar content is very high for a protein-focused bar, even if naturally derived. Good choice for natural eaters or athletes, but not ideal for sugar-sensitive or calorie-restricted diets.

👋 Protein: Strong at 15g per bar — supports recovery.
👋 Fat: Natural fats from almonds and cocoa butter; moderate.
👋 Carbohydrates: Moderately high — mostly from natural sugars.
👋 Fiber: 3.3g — supports digestion and satiety.
👋 Sugars: 18g is high for a protein bar, even from dates and apples.
👋 Sodium: Low — no concern.

Ingredients

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Dates, almonds, egg white protein (21%), cocoa butter, freeze-dried apple (1.3%), cinnamon (0.8%), natural aroma.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Clean, whole-food based. No red-flag additives. The bar uses natural components with functional purpose.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 Whole-food ingredients, High protein, Good fiber

‎🙄 High sugar per bar

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Eggs, Almonds
🫣 May Contain:N/A
😇 Free From: Gluten, Soy, Dairy

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Apple, Cinnamon, Sweet, Soft, Nutty‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Post-workout snack, active lifestyle fuel, occasional protein treat
Best for natural food lovers and active people — not suitable for diabetics or strict low-carb users.

🤝 Muscle recovery, sustained energy, clean snacking

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Egg white‎

‎‎‎✊ Natural sugars and fats

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Diet Profile

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Is it for you?

Athlete: Good for post-training replenishment.
BusyProfessional: Tasty and portable, but high in sugar.
Diabetic: Not recommended due to 18g natural sugar.
Endurance Athlete: Suitable for post-cardio fuel.
Frequent Traveler: Shelf-stable and wholesome.
KidFriendly: Ingredients are clean, but sweet for regular use.
Parent: A healthy adult snack; not ideal for daily kid use.
Senior Citizen: Protein-rich, but sugar needs consideration.
Natural Lifestyle Buyer: Perfect match — real ingredients, no junk.
Wellness Seeker: Aligns with whole-food goals, but sugar is high.
Whole Food Purist: Strong match — no artificial additives.
WeightLossSeeker: Not suitable due to calorie and sugar load.

Still Curious?

Why B?

This protein bar has a clean ingredient list, strong protein content (15g), and real food sources. However, it contains 18g sugar per bar—higher than ideal for a protein bar—even though it comes from dates and apples. This limits its suitability for sugar-conscious or weight-loss consumers.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: True
HighFiber: True
LowSugar: False
LowSodium: True
LowFat: False
GlutenFree: True
Vegan: False
Vegetarian: True
KetoFriendly: False
PaleoFriendly: True

Glycemic Index Estimation

Likely 65+, High sugar (18g) from dates and apples can spike blood sugar despite fiber content.‎‎ ‎

‎‎*note: this is estimate. Low GI is good for health.

Good Ingredients

Almonds: Natural source of protein and unsaturated fats.
Egg white protein: High-quality, complete protein.
Freeze-dried apple: Whole fruit with natural sugar and fiber.
Cinnamon: Natural spice with antioxidant properties.

Permissible Ingredients

Dates: Natural sweetener and binder, high in sugar.
Cocoa butter: Natural fat source used for consistency.
Natural aroma: Unspecified — likely derived from natural sources, but not clearly defined.

Cautionary Ingredients

N/A

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: No
Additives: No
ArtificialColors: No
ArtificialFlavors: No
ArtificialPreservatives: No
Artificial Color Free Artificial Preservative Free Artificial Sweetener Free Athlete Friendly Busy Professional Friendly Clean Label Frequent Traveler Functional Food Glucose Syrup Free Gluten Free High Fiber High Protein Kid Friendly Profile Kids Friendly Lactose Free Low Sodium Maltodextrin Free Muscle Builder Natural Lifestyle Buyer Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Paleo Friendly Palm Oil Free Post-Workout Pre-Workout Senior Friendly Senior Friendly Profile Soy Free Travel Friendly Vegetarian Whole Food Purist

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or dietary advice. Individuals with specific health conditions or allergies should consult a healthcare professional before making dietary changes.

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