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Optimum Nutrition

Optimum Nutrition Protein Bar Chocolate Sweet Coconut

Optimum Nutrition Protein Bar Chocolate Sweet Coconut

Company's Description

At Optimum Nutrition, they know how important it is to provide your body with the best nutrition. With their various Protein Bars, they also show that they believe that the taste should not be compromised! The Optimum Nutrition Protein Bars are available in various delicious flavors. Each of these Chocolate Sweet Coconut bars contains 18 grams of high-quality protein and every bite is packed with shredded coconut and decadent chocolate. Enjoy a bar at any time of the day.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 59 g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 255 kcal
TotalFat: 12 g
SaturatedFat: 9 g
TransFat: Not specified
Cholesterol: Not specified
Sodium: 0.13 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 19 g
DietaryFiber: 1.7 g
TotalSugars: 12 g
AddedSugars: Not specified (but likely high)
SugarAlcohols: Not listed
Protein: 18 g
‎👋 Assessment: Good protein (18g) and acceptable fiber, but very high in saturated fat (9g) and sugars (12g) for a single bar. Not suitable for weight loss, diabetic diets, or heart health focus. Not suitable for regular health-oriented diets, but can fit into occasional indulgent snack windows for active people.

👋 Protein: High
👋 Fiber: Low
👋 Sugar: Very high
👋 Fat: High, especially saturated fat

Ingredients

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Not provided, but likely includes whey protein, coconut flakes/oil, chocolate coating with sugar, and emulsifiers.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Likely indulgent-style ingredients such as coconut oil and sugar-based chocolate coating. Not a clean-label bar.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 Decent protein, Tasty indulgent experience

‎🙄 High sugar, High saturated fat, Low fiber

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Milk (likely), Coconut
🫣 May Contain:Nuts, Soy, Gluten
😇 Free From: Polyols

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Coconut, Chocolate, Sweet, Dessert-like‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Occasional treat for active individuals, not for everyday fitness fueling
Best for sweet-tooth consumers who want some protein with indulgence

🤝 Protein intake

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Likely whey protein or milk protein‎

‎‎‎✊ Sugar, saturated fats, protein

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, LowSodium‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: No – better options with lower sugar
BusyProfessional: Yes – if not tracking macros closely
Diabetic: No – sugar is too high
EnduranceAthlete: Moderate – can be used as fast fuel, but not ideal
FrequentTraveler: Yes – for taste and protein hit
KidFriendly: No – too high in sugar and sat fat
Parent: Not suitable for kids, possibly okay for occasional adult use
SeniorCitizen: No – saturated fat too high
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – sugar-heavy and processed
WellnessSeeker: No – health goals misaligned
WholeFoodPurist: No
WeightLossSeeker: No – sugar and fat too high

Still Curious?

Why C?

This bar is high in protein but significantly high in sugar and saturated fats, which diminishes its health benefits. It is more of a dessert-style protein bar with indulgent macros than a functional fitness snack.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: No
LowSugar: No
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: No
GlutenFree: Unknown
Vegan: Unlikely
Vegetarian: Likely
KetoFriendly: No
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

High sugar and low fiber lead to a spike, Sugar-dominant profile with limited fiber moderation‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Whey protein: Good quality protein source

Permissible Ingredients

Coconut: Natural fat but rich in saturated fat

Cautionary Ingredients

Sugar (12g): Excessive for a single bar
Saturated fat (9g): Very high intake per serving

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Likely sugar and possibly sucralose
Additives: Chocolate coating, Emulsifiers
ArtificialColors: Unknown
ArtificialFlavors: Possible
ArtificialPreservatives: Unknown
Busy Professional Friendly Frequent Traveler High Protein Highly Processed Low Sodium Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Travel 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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