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Muscle Moose

Muscle Moose The Dinky Protein Bar Peanut Chocolate

Muscle Moose The Dinky Protein Bar Peanut Chocolate

Company's Description

The Dinky Protein Bar from Muscle Moose is the perfect way to satisfy your cravings and add protein to your diet! Each of these snack-sized protein bars contains 11g of protein and is low in sugar and fat. The unique coating, texture and filling make these bars extra tasty. Available in 4 flavours, including Peanut Chocolate. Perfect for any time of day.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 35 g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 130 kcal
TotalFat: 4.8 g
SaturatedFat: 1.6 g
TransFat: Not specified
Cholesterol: Not specified
Sodium: 0.11 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 11 g
DietaryFiber: 4.8 g
TotalSugars: 1.3 g
AddedSugars: Yes – through caramel and chocolate layer
SugarAlcohols: Maltitol, Sucralose
Protein: 11 g
‎👋 Assessment: Strong protein-to-calorie ratio and good fiber content. Low sugar but relies on sweeteners. Performs well functionally, but ingredient profile is highly processed

👋 Protein: 11 g – high for a 35g bar
👋 Sugar: Very low at 1.3 g
👋 Fat: Moderate, saturated fat is relatively low
👋 Fiber: Excellent at 4.8 g

Ingredients

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Milk proteins, soya protein nuggets, whey, collagen, maltitol, palm oil, sucralose, emulsifiers, peanut pieces (1%), caramel layer, chocolate coating.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Functional protein sources with processed layers (maltitol, palm oil, sucralose). Peanut flavoring is minimal at 1%.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 Great for protein and fiber needs, Very low sugar and calorie controlled

‎🙄 Contains palm oil, artificial sweeteners, and flavorings, Low percentage of actual peanut content

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Allergan

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

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Peanut, Chocolate, Sweet, Soft-Crunchy Texture‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Ideal as a gym snack, protein top-up between meals, or a controlled sweet treat
Appeals to athletes and weight-conscious users; less ideal for clean-label seekers

🤝 Muscle support, satiety, post-workout recovery, low-sugar snack

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Milk protein, whey, soya, collagen‎

‎‎‎✊ Protein, fat (from palm oil), polyols

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, HighFiber, LowSugar, LowSodium, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – good for post-workout recovery
BusyProfessional: Yes – convenient and compact
Diabetic: Caution – polyols and processed sugars may affect sensitivity
EnduranceAthlete: Yes – decent carb and protein balance
FrequentTraveler: Yes – shelf-stable and lightweight
KidFriendly: Moderate – flavor is kid-friendly, but sweeteners not ideal
Parent: Moderate – balance health goals vs. artificial ingredients
SeniorCitizen: Yes – soft texture and digestible protein
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – too processed
WellnessSeeker: Only if macros are prioritized
WholeFoodPurist: No
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – low-calorie, high-satiety

Still Curious?

Why C?

Good protein and fiber content, but includes ultra-processed ingredients like palm oil, artificial sweeteners, and emulsifiers. Suitable for performance goals but not ideal for clean eating.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: Yes
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: Moderate
GlutenFree: No
Vegan: No
Vegetarian: Yes
KetoFriendly: No
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Lowered due to fiber and sweeteners; glucose from caramel may raise slightly, Net carbs are low; polyols reduce glycemic impact‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Milk protein, whey protein, soya protein: High-quality, bioavailable protein sources

Permissible Ingredients

Peanut pieces, cocoa powder: Some nutritional value but limited amounts

Cautionary Ingredients

Palm oil, maltitol, sucralose, emulsifiers, sweeteners, flavorings: Highly processed ingredients and artificial sweeteners

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Maltitol, Sucralose
Additives: Palm oil, Artificial sweeteners, Multiple emulsifiers, Flavoring agents
ArtificialColors: Yes – may include caramel coloring
ArtificialFlavors: Likely present – not specified clearly
ArtificialPreservatives: Not listed
Athlete Friendly Balanced Macros Busy Professional Friendly Functional Food Glucose Syrup Free High Fiber High Protein Highly Processed Iron Rich Kids Friendly 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 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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