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Barebells

Barebells Protein Bar Cookies & Cream

Barebells Protein Bar Cookies & Cream

Company's Description

With these delicious protein bars you can enjoy a crispy texture, a delicious soft filling and a sweet chocolate topping.

Can you believe that each bar is packed with 20 grams of protein? And contains less than 2 grams of sugar? And comes in a variety of flavors? Better put them away or you’ll eat the whole box!

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 55 g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 197 kcal
TotalFat: 7.0 g
SaturatedFat: 4.1 g
TransFat: Not Specified
Cholesterol: Not Specified
Sodium: 0.17 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 16.0 g
DietaryFiber: 3.3 g
TotalSugars: 1.7 g
AddedSugars: 0 g (uses sweeteners instead)
SugarAlcohols: Not explicitly stated, but includes maltitol, sucralose, and acesulfame-K
Protein: 20.0 g
VitaminD: Not Specified
Calcium: Not Specified
Iron: Not Specified
Potassium: Not Specified
‎👋 Assessment: Excellent protein, low sugar, and some fiber. The fat is moderate, but mostly saturated, which is less ideal. A strong fitness bar for protein support, but not ideal for clean eaters or those avoiding artificial ingredients

👋 Protein: High – 20 g
👋 Fiber: Moderate – 3.3 g
👋 Sugar: Very Low – 1.7 g
👋 Fat: Moderate – 7 g (mainly saturated)
👋 Polyols: Likely moderate – from maltitol and sweeteners

Ingredients

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Milk protein, milk chocolate (18.5%) (maltitol, cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa mass, soy lecithin, flavoring), sweeteners (maltitol, sucralose, acesulfame-K), glycerol, isomalto-oligosaccharides, collagen hydrolysate, water, soy protein isolate, cocoa, palm fat, aromas.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 High-quality protein sources and no added sugars, but includes several processed ingredients, artificial sweeteners, and palm fat.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein, Low sugar, Contains some fiber

‎🙄 Artificial sweeteners, Palm fat, Not vegetarian

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Milk, Soya
🫣 May Contain:Egg, Nuts, Peanuts, Gluten
😇 Free From: N/A

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Cookies & Cream, Sweet, Creamy, Chocolatey‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Post-workout recovery, high-protein snack, occasional treat
Perfect for gym-goers and busy professionals needing a tasty protein fix without sugar. Not ideal for vegetarians, kids, or purists.

🤝 Muscle recovery, satiety, low sugar alternative

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Milk protein, soy protein isolate, collagen hydrolysate‎

‎‎‎✊ Polyols, fats, and protein

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, LowSugar, LowSodium‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – excellent protein content for recovery
BusyProfessional: Yes – convenient and energizing
Diabetic: Caution – due to maltitol and sucralose
EnduranceAthlete: Moderate – not high in carbs
FrequentTraveler: Yes – shelf-stable and compact
KidFriendly: No – contains artificial sweeteners
Parent: Moderate
SeniorCitizen: Caution – may cause bloating due to polyols
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – contains artificial sweeteners and palm fat
WellnessSeeker: Moderate
WholeFoodPurist: No
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – high protein, low sugar, moderate calories

Still Curious?

Why B?

This protein bar delivers high protein with low sugar and moderate fiber. It avoids added sugar and includes some dietary fiber, but contains artificial sweeteners and emulsifiers. Suitable for general fitness consumers, but not for clean-label or sensitive users.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: Moderate
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: Moderate
GlutenFree: Not declared
Vegan: No
Vegetarian: No (due to collagen)
KetoFriendly: No
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Moderate due to polyols and some fiber, Artificial sweeteners and prebiotic fibers help slow digestion, but palm fat and lack of complex carbs raise glycemic response‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Milk protein: High-quality complete protein
Isomalto-oligosaccharides: Prebiotic fiber source

Permissible Ingredients

Collagen hydrolysate: Good for joints and skin, but not suitable for vegetarians
Cocoa butter: Natural fat, moderate health benefit
Soy protein isolate: High-protein source, slightly processed

Cautionary Ingredients

Maltitol: Sugar alcohol that can cause bloating in high amounts
Sucralose: Artificial sweetener
Acesulfame-K: Artificial sweetener with safety concerns in sensitive individuals
Palm fat: Environmental concern and high in saturated fat

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Maltitol, Sucralose, Acesulfame-K
Additives: Emulsifiers, Polyols
ArtificialColors: No
ArtificialFlavors: Unspecified (likely yes)
ArtificialPreservatives: Unspecified
ArtificialColorFree AthleteFriendly BusyProfessionalFriendly FrequentTraveler FunctionalFood GlucoseSyrupFree HighProtein HighlyProcessed LateNightSnack LowSodium LowSugar MaltodextrinFree MuscleBuilder OfficeFriendly OfficeSnack OnTheGo PostWorkout RedFlagIngredientsPresent TravelFriendly WeightLossFriendly

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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