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Mountain Joe's

Mountain Joe's Protein Bar Raspberry Ripple

Mountain Joe's Protein Bar Raspberry Ripple

Company's Description

The Mountain Joe's Protein Bar is a protein bar that combines a delicious taste with fantastic nutritional values. With at least 17 grams of protein per piece, every bite provides high-quality proteins that are essential for muscle recovery after an intense workout. In addition, they are also low in sugar. Available in different flavors, such as Raspberry Ripple. Super tasty and packed with protein. A Mountain Joe's Protein Bar is ideal after your workout or just when you are on the go.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 55 g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 212 kcal
TotalFat: 6.9 g
SaturatedFat: 2.4 g
TransFat: Not specified
Cholesterol: Not specified
Sodium: 0.23 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 17 g
DietaryFiber: 6.4 g
TotalSugars: 2.6 g
AddedSugars: Yes
SugarAlcohols: Maltitol (not quantified)
Protein: 17 g
‎👋 Assessment: Strong macronutrient profile for fitness and weight control with high protein, low sugar, and decent fiber. Fat and sugar alcohols are moderate. Effective for fitness macros and weight control, but not for clean-eating or sensitive individuals (due to colors/sweeteners)

👋 Protein: High – 17g per 212 kcal
👋 Sugar: Low – 2.6g
👋 Fat: Moderate – 6.9g total, 2.4g saturated
👋 Fiber: Very good – 6.4g

Ingredients

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Milk proteins, soya protein, wheat protein, maltitol, sucralose, palm oil, emulsifiers, strawberry fruit pieces (2%), sweeteners, humectants, ruby color, and flavorings.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Functional but synthetic. Contains protein isolates, sweeteners, fruit flavorings, and artificial coloring (carmine, beetroot, etc.). Limited real fruit or whole-food elements.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein, Low sugar, Good fiber

‎🙄 Contains artificial colors (carmine), sweeteners, Not vegetarian or gluten-free

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Allergan

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

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Fruity, Sweet, Berry, Smooth, Low-sugar‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Post-gym snack or midday protein boost
Great for athletes, fitness and sugar-conscious people. Avoid if sensitive to artificial ingredients or animal-based gelatin

🤝 Useful as a low-sugar, high-protein snack for athletes and those cutting sugar

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Milk protein, whey protein concentrate, soya protein‎

‎‎‎✊ Primarily protein, fiber, and sugar alcohols

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, HighFiber, LowSugar, LowSodium‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – great macros and portability
BusyProfessional: Yes – easy protein on the go
Diabetic: Caution – includes maltitol and sucralose
EnduranceAthlete: Yes – light and energizing
FrequentTraveler: Yes – shelf stable
KidFriendly: No – contains sweeteners and artificial color (carmine)
Parent: Not suitable for kids; fine for adults
SeniorCitizen: Maybe – high protein, but contains processed ingredients
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – too processed
WellnessSeeker: Moderate – good macros but not clean
WholeFoodPurist: No – synthetic ingredients present
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – low calorie and satiating

Still Curious?

Why C?

This protein bar provides a good protein content (17g), relatively low sugar (2.6g), and decent fiber (6.4g), but relies heavily on processed ingredients, artificial colors, and sweeteners like maltitol and sucralose.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: Yes
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: Moderate
GlutenFree: No – contains wheat
Vegan: No – contains dairy and collagen
Vegetarian: No – contains bovine collagen and carmine (from insects)
KetoFriendly: No – moderate carbs
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Likely moderate due to presence of maltitol and fiber, Maltitol may spike blood sugar mildly; fiber helps mitigate‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Milk proteins, soya protein, whey protein concentrate: High-quality protein sources

Permissible Ingredients

Strawberry fruit pieces, corn fiber, shea oil: Partially processed but functional

Cautionary Ingredients

Maltitol, sucralose, artificial colors, emulsifiers, palm oil: Processed or synthetic additives

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Maltitol, Sucralose
Additives: Humectants, Sweeteners, Colorants, Acidity regulators, Emulsifiers
ArtificialColors: Yes – includes beetroot, carmine, and other color extracts
ArtificialFlavors: Yes
ArtificialPreservatives: Not specified
Athlete Friendly Balanced Macros Busy Professional Friendly Fortified with Minerals Fortified with Vitamins Functional Food High Fiber High Protein Highly Processed Iron Rich Late Night Snack Low Sodium Low Sugar Maltodextrin Free Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Post-Workout Pre-Workout Red-Flag Ingredients Present Senior Friendly Travel Friendly 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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