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Barebells

Barebells Vegan Protein Bar Chocolate Dough

Barebells Vegan Protein Bar Chocolate Dough

Company's Description

A delicious vegan protein bar, that is definitely possible! BareBells has made it their mission to design a delicious protein bar, and they have succeeded. Enjoy delicious Chocolate Dough, Salty Peanut or Hazelnut & Nougat.

But it's not called a protein bar for nothing. Each bar contains up to 15 grams of protein from a mix of soy, peas and rice. The bars are also low in sugar and high in fiber with up to 7 grams of fiber per bar!

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 55 g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 202 kcal
TotalFat: 8.6 g
SaturatedFat: 4.1 g
TransFat: Not specified
Cholesterol: 0 g
Sodium: 0.44 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 19.0 g
DietaryFiber: 7.0 g
TotalSugars: 0.8 g
AddedSugars: 0 g
SugarAlcohols: Contains maltitol and sucralose (amount not specified)
Protein: 15.0 g
‎👋 Assessment: High in fiber and moderate in protein with low sugar, but the saturated fat is on the higher side for a vegan product. A solid vegan bar choice with clean macros and plant-based ingredients, though not completely free of processed components.

👋 Protein: Moderate – 15 g
👋 Sugar: Very Low – 0.8 g
👋 Fat: Moderate – 8.6 g
👋 SaturatedFat: High – 4.1 g
👋 Fiber: High – 7 g

Ingredients

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Pea, soy, and rice protein, glycerine, sweeteners (maltitol, sucralose), polydextrose, cocoa butter, cocoa powder, oligofructose, soy crisps (soy protein, cocoa, tapioca starch), sunflower oil, rice flour, flavorings, sodium bicarbonate, emulsifier (soy lecithin).

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Relatively clean for a vegan bar with a good plant-protein mix and added fiber. However, use of sugar alcohols and several additives indicates a processed profile.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High fiber, Low sugar, Vegan protein mix

‎🙄 Artificial sweeteners, Processed fibers and soy crisps, Moderately high saturated fat

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Soy
🫣 May Contain:Gluten, Eggs, Milk, Nuts, Peanuts
😇 Free From: Dairy, Eggs

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Chocolate, Vegan, Dough-like, Soft, Mild Sweetness‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Great as a post-workout or mid-day vegan protein snack.
Perfect for vegan consumers, those on low-sugar diets, or anyone looking for a fiber-rich protein bar. Not ideal for strict clean-eating purists.

🤝 Vegan protein boost, good for satiety due to high fiber

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Pea, rice, soy protein‎

‎‎‎✊ Fats and fiber, minimal sugar

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, HighFiber, LowSugar, LowSodium, Vegan, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – great protein + fiber post-workout option
BusyProfessional: Yes – filling and convenient
Diabetic: Yes – low sugar and glycemic impact
Endurance Athlete: Yes – steady release from fiber
Frequent Traveler: Yes – portable and clean
KidFriendly: Maybe – depending on tolerance to sugar alcohols
Parent: Yes – especially for older teens or health-aware households
SeniorCitizen: Yes – high fiber and low sugar
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: Yes – plant-based with decent profile
WellnessSeeker: Yes – clean, high-protein, high-fiber snack
WholeFoodPurist: Maybe – processed sweeteners may deter
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – satiating and low sugar

Still Curious?

Why B?

This bar offers a decent protein content and a high fiber profile while being vegan and relatively low in sugar. However, it includes sweeteners like maltitol and sucralose, and several processed ingredients, which prevents a higher score.

Dietary Analysis

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

Glycemic Index Estimation

Likely low due to low sugar and high fiber, Minimal sugar spike, good for glycemic control‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Pea protein, rice protein, soy protein: Good-quality plant-based protein sources
Cocoa powder: Natural flavoring and antioxidant-rich
Sunflower oil: Healthier fat option

Permissible Ingredients

Oligofructose, polydextrose: Functional fibers, but processed
Soy crisps: Adds crunch and protein, but processed

Cautionary Ingredients

Maltitol: Sugar alcohol with potential laxative effect
Sucralose: Artificial sweetener, not ideal for clean label

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Maltitol, Sucralose
Additives: Polydextrose, Oligofructose, Soy lecithin, Sodium bicarbonate
ArtificialColors: No
ArtificialFlavors: Unclear – 'aroma’s' may include flavoring agents
ArtificialPreservatives: No
Artificial Color Free Artificial Preservative Free Athlete Friendly Breakfast Suitable Busy Professional Friendly Diabetic Friendly Functional Food Glucose Syrup Free High Fiber High Protein Kid Friendly Profile Kids Friendly Lactose Free Late Night Snack Low Sodium Low Sugar Maltodextrin Free Nut Free Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Palm Oil Free Post-Workout Senior Friendly Senior Friendly Profile Travel Friendly Vegan 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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