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Muscle Moose

Muscle Moose The Dinky Protein Bar Salted Caramel Pretzel

Muscle Moose The Dinky Protein Bar Salted Caramel Pretzel

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 8 flavours, including Salted Caramel Pretzel. Perfect for any time of day.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 35 g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 130 kcal
TotalFat: 4.6 g
SaturatedFat: 1.6 g
TransFat: Not specified
Cholesterol: Not specified
Sodium: 0.11 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 11 g
DietaryFiber: 4.7 g
TotalSugars: 1.4 g
AddedSugars: Likely in coatings and caramel layer
SugarAlcohols: Maltitol, Sucralose
Protein: 11 g
‎👋 Assessment: Strong macros for protein and fiber. Sugars are low, but artificial sweeteners used. Works for protein intake, but not ideal for clean-label seekers

👋 Protein: 11 g – good for a 35g bar
👋 Sugar: Low at 1.4 g
👋 Fat: Moderate
👋 Fiber: Very high at 4.7 g

Ingredients

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Milk proteins, soya protein nuggets, whey, palm oil, maltitol, sucralose, flour, pretzel inclusions (2%), emulsifiers, sweeteners, caramel coating, cocoa mass, coloring agents.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Good protein base, but processed elements like sucralose, maltitol, palm oil, and pretzel flour make it less clean. Pretzel content is minor.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein and fiber per bite, Low sugar – sweetener-based

‎🙄 High in ultra-processed additives, Contains gluten and artificial colors

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Allergan

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

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Sweet, Salty, Pretzel, Crunch, Chocolate‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Good for athletes, on-the-go snacks, or post-workout use
Best for those prioritizing protein and convenience over ingredient purity

🤝 Post-workout recovery, protein enrichment, hunger control

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Milk protein, whey protein, soya protein‎

‎‎‎✊ Protein, polyols, small amount from fat and carbs

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, HighFiber, LowSugar, LowSodium, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – excellent post-exercise bar
BusyProfessional: Yes – convenient snack
Diabetic: Caution – polyols and sweeteners may affect sensitivity
EnduranceAthlete: Yes – supports energy + protein needs
FrequentTraveler: Yes – shelf-stable and compact
KidFriendly: Moderate – sweet taste but artificial
Parent: Moderate – useful for protein but not daily
SeniorCitizen: Yes – soft texture and digestible
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – contains additives and coloring
WellnessSeeker: Partially – if prioritizing protein
WholeFoodPurist: No
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – high satiety with low kcal

Still Curious?

Why C?

Decent protein and fiber for the size, but includes ultra-processed ingredients like palm oil, maltitol, sucralose, and pretzel additives. Functional for athletes but not ideal for whole-food enthusiasts.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: Yes
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: Moderate
GlutenFree: No – contains wheat and pretzels
Vegan: No
Vegetarian: Yes
KetoFriendly: No
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Low sugar + polyols = mild GI effect, Sweeteners like maltitol lower GI despite pretzel flour‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

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

Permissible Ingredients

Pretzels, cocoa mass: Flavourful, but not highly nutritious in small amounts

Cautionary Ingredients

Palm oil, sucralose, maltitol, emulsifiers, flavorings, coloring agents: Processed additives with no nutritional benefit

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Maltitol, Sucralose
Additives: Palm oil, Artificial sweeteners, Emulsifiers, Flavorings, Coloring agents
ArtificialColors: Yes – includes caramel color
ArtificialFlavors: Likely present
ArtificialPreservatives: Not specified
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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