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Optimum Nutrition

Optimum Nutrition Protein Bar Marshmallow Crunch

Optimum Nutrition Protein Bar Marshmallow Crunch

Company's Description

At Optimum Nutrition they know how important it is to provide your body with the best nutrition. With their different Protein Bars they also show that they believe that the taste should not be compromised! The Optimum Nutrition Protein Bars are available in different delicious flavors. Each of these Marhmallow Crunch bars contains 20 grams of high-quality protein and every bite is packed with layers of white chocolate and marshmallow flavored crispies. Enjoy a bar at any time of the day.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 65 g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 217 kcal
TotalFat: 6.3 g
SaturatedFat: 5.0 g
TransFat: Not specified
Cholesterol: Not specified
Sodium: 0.7 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 17 g
DietaryFiber: 12 g
TotalSugars: 3.8 g
AddedSugars: Not specified
SugarAlcohols: 9.0 g
Protein: 20 g
‎👋 Assessment: Strong protein and fiber profile with moderated sugars due to polyols. High saturated fat is a drawback. Great performance bar, less suitable for general wellness or heart-conscious diets

👋 Protein: High
👋 Fiber: Very High
👋 Sugar: Low
👋 Fat: Moderate
👋 SaturatedFat: High

Ingredients

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Not listed in this image, but likely includes whey or milk protein, polyols (e.g., maltitol), marshmallow flavorings, sweeteners, and emulsifiers.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Functionally designed for high fiber and protein intake, though likely includes artificial sweeteners and flavoring agents.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 Excellent protein, Very high fiber, Low sugar

‎🙄 High saturated fat, Digestive stress potential from polyols

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Milk (likely)
🫣 May Contain:Soy, Nuts, Gluten
😇 Free From: Added Sugar (likely), Artificial Colors (likely)

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Marshmallow, Sweet, Crunchy, Candy-bar-like‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Best for post-workout or as a high-fiber protein snack on-the-go
Ideal for gym-goers, athletes, or those looking to hit protein & fiber goals

🤝 Muscle recovery, satiety, snack replacement

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Likely whey or milk protein‎

‎‎‎✊ Protein, fiber, polyols, some fat

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, HighFiber, LowSugar‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – good protein and recovery support
BusyProfessional: Yes – high-fiber snack
Diabetic: Yes – low sugar, but monitor polyol tolerance
EnduranceAthlete: Yes – supportive macro blend
FrequentTraveler: Yes – filling and compact
KidFriendly: Moderate – polyols might cause issues
Parent: Yes – for adult snacking
SeniorCitizen: No – high saturated fat may not be ideal
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – polyols and flavoring present
WellnessSeeker: Yes – if fiber-focused
WholeFoodPurist: No
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – high satiety, low sugar

Still Curious?

Why B?

This bar strikes a decent balance for active individuals: very high in fiber and protein, moderate in calories, and uses polyols to limit net sugar. However, it is quite high in saturated fats, which brings down its health score slightly.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: Yes
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Moderate
LowFat: No
GlutenFree: Unknown
Vegan: No
Vegetarian: Likely
KetoFriendly: Moderate (depending on net carbs)
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Lower GI due to fiber and polyols, High fiber + sugar alcohols reduce blood sugar spike‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Whey or milk protein: Complete protein for muscle recovery
Fiber (12 g): Excellent for gut health and satiety

Permissible Ingredients

Polyols (9 g): Helps reduce sugar load, but may cause digestive issues

Cautionary Ingredients

Saturated fat (5 g): High for one bar, not suitable for daily consumption

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Polyols (e.g., maltitol)
Additives: Emulsifiers, Flavoring agents
ArtificialColors: Unknown
ArtificialFlavors: Likely
ArtificialPreservatives: Not stated
Athlete Friendly Breakfast Suitable Busy Professional Friendly Diabetic Friendly Frequent Traveler Functional Food Gut Health Seeker High Fiber High Protein Highly Processed Low Carb Low Carb Lifestyler Low Sodium Low Sugar Muscle Builder Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Post-Workout Pre-Workout 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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