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Barebells

Barebells Protein Bar Hazelnut & Nougat

Barebells Protein Bar Hazelnut & Nougat

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: 205 kcal
TotalFat: 9.4 g
SaturatedFat: 4.1 g
TransFat: Not Specified
Cholesterol: Not Specified
Sodium: 0.10 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 14.0 g
DietaryFiber: 4.2 g
TotalSugars: 1.9 g
AddedSugars: Not Specified
SugarAlcohols: Likely from maltitol
Protein: 20.0 g
VitaminD: Not Specified
Calcium: Not Specified
Iron: Not Specified
Potassium: Not Specified
‎👋 Assessment: Excellent protein and fiber content. Low sugar. Slightly high in saturated fat. Includes polyols which may cause digestive issues for some. Good macronutrient profile for fitness, but not clean-label

👋 Protein: High – 20 g
👋 Fiber: Moderate – 4.2 g
👋 Sugar: Low – 1.9 g
👋 Fat: Moderate – 9.4 g
👋 SaturatedFat: Slightly High – 4.1 g

Ingredients

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Milk protein, glycerol, maltitol, collagen hydrolysate, isomalto-oligosaccharides, hazelnuts (7.5%), water, cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa mass, palm oil, cocoa powder, flavors, emulsifier (soya lecithin), sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame-K).

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Solid base with quality proteins and some fiber. Presence of artificial sweeteners, palm oil, and processed components lower its clean-label appeal.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein, Low sugar, Contains fiber

‎🙄 Contains artificial sweeteners, Uses palm oil

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Milk, Soy, Hazelnuts
🫣 May Contain:Gluten, Eggs, Peanuts, Other Nuts
😇 Free From: N/A

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Nutty, Creamy, Sweet, Chocolatey‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Ideal post-workout or on-the-go snack
Great for athletes and gym-goers. Less suitable for clean-eating or plant-based lifestyles.

🤝 Supports muscle growth and satiety

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Milk protein, collagen hydrolysate‎

‎‎‎✊ Sugar alcohols, milk chocolate, nuts

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, HighFiber, LowSugar, LowSodium, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – supports muscle recovery
BusyProfessional: Yes – portable and satiating
Diabetic: Caution – contains maltitol and sucralose
Endurance Athlete: Moderate – not high in carbs
Frequent Traveler: Yes – shelf-stable, mess-free
KidFriendly: No – due to sweeteners and allergens
Parent: Moderate – high protein but processed
SeniorCitizen: Caution – sugar alcohols may cause digestion issues
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – contains artificial ingredients
WellnessSeeker: Moderate – great macros but includes additives
WholeFoodPurist: No – not minimally processed
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – high protein, low sugar, good satiety

Still Curious?

Why B?

Strong protein content and good fiber levels with low sugar. However, it contains artificial sweeteners and palm oil, making it less suitable for clean-label and natural lifestyle consumers.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: Yes
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: No
GlutenFree: Not Certified
Vegan: No
Vegetarian: Yes
KetoFriendly: No
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Low to Moderate – sweeteners and fiber help reduce spike, Contains low sugar and fiber, but polyols can cause varied glycemic responses‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Milk protein: Complete and high-quality protein source
Hazelnuts: Nutritious whole food ingredient with healthy fats

Permissible Ingredients

Collagen hydrolysate: Supports skin and joint health, but not vegetarian
Isomalto-oligosaccharides: Prebiotic fiber, though may be processed
Palm oil: Common in processed foods; sustainability concerns

Cautionary Ingredients

Maltitol: Can cause digestive discomfort in large quantities
Sucralose: Artificial sweetener
Acesulfame-K: Artificial sweetener

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Maltitol, Sucralose, Acesulfame-K
Additives: Glycerol, Palm oil
ArtificialColors: No
ArtificialFlavors: Yes
ArtificialPreservatives: Unspecified
Artificial Color Free Athlete Friendly Breakfast Suitable Busy Professional Friendly Frequent Traveler Functional Food Glucose Syrup Free High Fiber High Protein Highly Processed Late Night Snack Low Sodium Low Sugar Maltodextrin Free Muscle Builder Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Post-Workout Pre-Workout Red-Flag Ingredients Present Travel Friendly Vegetarian Weight Loss Friendly

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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