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Barebells Protein Bar Salty Peanut

Barebells Protein Bar Salty Peanut

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: 200 kcal
TotalFat: 8.5 g
SaturatedFat: 4.4 g
TransFat: Not Specified
Cholesterol: Not Specified
Sodium: 0.26 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 15.0 g
DietaryFiber: 3.9 g
TotalSugars: 1.5 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, low sugar, good fiber, but moderate saturated fat and use of maltitol may not suit all consumers. Strong protein profile for workouts, but not ideal for clean eaters

👋 Protein: High – 20 g
👋 Fiber: Moderate – 3.9 g
👋 Sugar: Low – 1.5 g
👋 Fat: Moderate – 8.5 g
👋 SaturatedFat: Slightly High – 4.4 g

Ingredients

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Milk protein, milk chocolate (22%) (maltitol, cocoa butter, full cream milk powder, cocoa mass, emulsifier [soya lecithin], flavor), glycerol, isomalto-oligosaccharides, hydrolyzed collagen, peanuts (4%), white chocolate (3.8%), soy protein crisps, palm oil, peanut paste, flavoring, sucralose, acesulfame-K.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Good protein sources, but includes multiple processed ingredients, artificial sweeteners, and palm oil.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein, Low sugar, Contains fiber

‎🙄 Artificial sweeteners, Saturated fat, Highly processed

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Allergan

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

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Chocolatey, Nutty, Sweet, Crunchy‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Post-workout, midday snack, or on-the-go protein boost
Great for fitness-oriented individuals who prioritize protein intake and can tolerate sweeteners. Not for clean label seekers.

🤝 Muscle maintenance and recovery

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Milk protein, collagen, soy protein‎

‎‎‎✊ Chocolate, fiber syrup, and peanut paste

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, LowSugar, LowSodium, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – high protein supports muscle repair
BusyProfessional: Yes – portable and filling
Diabetic: Caution – maltitol may affect blood glucose
Endurance Athlete: Moderate – not high carb
Frequent Traveler: Yes – travel friendly
KidFriendly: No – artificial sweeteners
Parent: Moderate – may suit protein needs
SeniorCitizen: Caution – maltitol may cause bloating
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – artificial ingredients
WellnessSeeker: Moderate – protein rich but processed
WholeFoodPurist: No – contains multiple additives
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – low sugar, protein-rich

Still Curious?

Why B?

A high-protein bar with moderate carbs and fats, low sugar, and decent fiber content. Maltitol is used as the main sweetener which reduces sugar load but may cause digestive discomfort. Not suitable for vegans or those avoiding artificial additives.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: Moderate
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: No
GlutenFree: Likely, but not certified
Vegan: No
Vegetarian: Yes
KetoFriendly: No
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Moderate due to sugar alcohol and fiber presence, Maltitol and fiber help slow digestion, though impact varies‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Milk protein: Complete protein source
Peanuts: Natural source of healthy fats and protein

Permissible Ingredients

Soy protein crisps: High protein but processed
Isomalto-oligosaccharides: Prebiotic fiber but can be synthetic
Palm oil: Neutral health-wise but environmentally debated

Cautionary Ingredients

Maltitol: Sugar alcohol that may cause bloating in sensitive individuals
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 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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