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M&M's HiProtein Crispy Bar

M&M's HiProtein Crispy Bar

Company's Description

This delicious protein bar combines the delicious taste of a bag of M&M's with no less than 15 grams of protein per bar. Ideal for after your workout, as a snack on the go, or at any other time of the day when you feel like something tasty.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 52 g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 204 kcal
TotalFat: 7.3 g
SaturatedFat: 4.3 g
TransFat: Not specified
Cholesterol: Not specified
Sodium: 0.29 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 18.2 g
DietaryFiber: Not specified
TotalSugars: 13.5 g
AddedSugars: Likely included
SugarAlcohols: Contains sorbitol (amount unspecified)
Protein: 15.1 g
VitaminD: Not specified
Calcium: Not specified
Iron: Not specified
Potassium: Not specified
‎👋 Assessment: Moderate protein, but very high in sugars and saturated fats. Poor in fiber and micronutrients. This is more of a protein-enhanced candy bar than a health snack. Occasional use only, not suitable for regular intake.

👋 Protein: Moderate – 15.1 g
👋 Sugar: Very High – 13.5 g
👋 Fat: Moderate – 7.3 g
👋 SaturatedFat: High – 4.3 g
👋 Fiber: Unknown – likely low

Ingredients

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Milk chocolate (21%), sugar, cocoa butter, milk powder, emulsifiers (E322, E476), palm oil, M&M coating (19%), sweeteners (sorbitol), soy crisps, artificial colors (E100, E133, E160a, E162, E170, E172), stabilizers (E414, E903), caramel, glucose syrup, flavorings, and various milk derivatives.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Heavily processed with a large number of artificial ingredients. The product resembles candy with added protein.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 Moderate protein

‎🙄 Very high sugar, Loaded with additives and sweeteners, Contains artificial colors and stabilizers, Highly processed

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Allergan

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

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Chocolate, Crunchy, Sweet, M&M-style, Creamy‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Post-workout candy alternative or occasional treat. Not a clean snack option.
Best suited for candy lovers looking to increase protein intake slightly. Not ideal for children, diabetics, or clean-eating individuals.

🤝 Taste-driven candy-like protein bar

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Milk protein, whey protein isolate, soy protein‎

‎‎‎✊ Sugars, M&M coating, chocolate, glucose syrup

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 LowSodium, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: No – protein is okay, but sugar is too high
BusyProfessional: Yes – convenient, but not healthy
Diabetic: No – high sugar and glucose syrup
Endurance Athlete: Maybe – energy spike post workout
Frequent Traveler: Yes – shelf stable and portable
KidFriendly: No – excessive sugar and artificial ingredients
Parent: No – promotes unhealthy snacking
SeniorCitizen: No – sugar and additives not ideal
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – too artificial
WellnessSeeker: No – not health aligned
WholeFoodPurist: No – highly processed
WeightLossSeeker: No – sugar heavy

Still Curious?

Why E?

This bar is extremely high in sugars and saturated fats and contains many ultra-processed additives including artificial colors, emulsifiers, and sweeteners. Despite containing some protein, it functions more like a candy bar than a health-oriented product.

Dietary Analysis

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

Glycemic Index Estimation

Due to high sugar and glucose content, Quick energy spike, not sustained‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Whey protein isolate: High-quality protein source

Permissible Ingredients

Milk chocolate: Provides taste and protein but high in sugar and saturated fat
Soy crisps: Adds crunch and protein but processed

Cautionary Ingredients

Sugar: Excessive quantity
Artificial colors (E100, E133, etc.): Linked to behavioral concerns and over-processing
Glucose syrup: Very high glycemic load
Palm oil: Environmentally harmful and nutritionally controversial
Multiple emulsifiers and stabilizers: Signs of ultra-processed food

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Sorbitol
Additives: E322 (soy lecithin), E414, E903, E476
ArtificialColors: Yes – E100, E133, E160a, E162, E170, E172
ArtificialFlavors: Likely present
ArtificialPreservatives: Yes
Busy Professional Friendly High Protein Highly Processed Low Sodium Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Red-Flag Ingredients Present Travel Friendly Vegetarian

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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