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Quest

Quest Bar Cookies & Cream

Quest Bar Cookies & Cream

Company's Description

Quest Nutrition's protein bars have been leading for years due to their taste and nutritional values. Per bar you enjoy the benefits of no less than 20 grams of protein. Proteins contribute to the growth of muscle mass. In addition, Quest Bars are also low in sugar and rich in fiber. Available in various delicious flavors, such as this Cookies & Cream flavor. A Quest Bar is perfect for when you feel like a responsible snack, for after your workout, or as a snack on the go.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 60 g (1 bar)‎

Nutrition

Calories: 205 kcal
TotalFat: 7.8 g
SaturatedFat: 2.3 g
Sodium: 0.466 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 13 g
DietaryFiber: 14 g
TotalSugars: 1.8 g
AddedSugars: Not Specified
SugarAlcohols: 5.2 g
Protein: 21 g
VitaminD: Not Specified
Calcium: Not Specified
Iron: Not Specified
Potassium: Not Specified
‎👋 Assessment: High in protein and fiber, low in sugar, but contains sugar alcohols which may cause bloating in some individuals. Excellent macros but may not suit sensitive guts or clean label seekers

👋 Protein: High – 21 g
👋 Fiber: Very High – 14 g
👋 Sugar: Very Low – 1.8 g
👋 Fat: Moderate – 7.8 g
👋 Polyols: Moderate – 5.2 g

Ingredients

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Milk protein isolate, whey protein isolate (milk), soluble corn fiber (23%), almonds, chocolate cookie pieces (11%), cocoa, erythritol, sucralose, stevia, natural flavor, sunflower lecithin, xanthan gum, baking soda, sea salt, white chocolate chunks (7%), glycerol.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 High-quality protein sources and fiber, with minimal sugar. However, includes multiple sweeteners and processed components.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 Very high fiber, High protein, Low sugar

‎🙄 Contains artificial sweeteners, Moderate amount of sugar alcohols

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Milk, Almonds, Soy (lecithin)
🫣 May Contain:Eggs, Peanuts, Tree nuts
😇 Free From: N/A

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Cookies & Cream, Sweet, Chewy, Creamy‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Post-workout snack, low-carb dessert alternative, between meals
Ideal for fitness-oriented consumers and low-carb dieters. May not suit individuals sensitive to sweeteners or polyols.

🤝 Muscle support, high satiety, gut-friendly fiber

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Milk protein isolate, whey protein isolate‎

‎‎‎✊ Protein and fiber, small amount from polyols

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, HighFiber, LowSugar, LowSodium, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – great for recovery and muscle support
BusyProfessional: Yes – convenient and nutritious on-the-go
Diabetic: Moderate – low sugar but polyols require caution
Endurance Athlete: Yes – fiber and protein help sustain energy
Frequent Traveler: Yes – portable and filling
KidFriendly: No – artificial sweeteners and polyols not ideal for kids
Parent: Yes – for personal health or fitness goals
SeniorCitizen: Moderate – polyols may impact digestion
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – not clean label due to sweeteners
WellnessSeeker: Yes – fits macros and fitness goals
WholeFoodPurist: No – too many processed components
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – filling, low-calorie, high protein

Still Curious?

Why B?

This protein bar offers high protein and fiber with minimal sugar. However, the use of several sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners like sucralose slightly lowers its clean label status. Still, it's a strong choice for low-carb, high-protein needs.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: Yes
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: Moderate
GlutenFree: Appears to be, but not certified
Vegan: No (contains dairy)
Vegetarian: Yes
KetoFriendly: Moderate (low net carbs)
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Likely low due to high fiber and sugar alcohols, Minimal sugar, high fiber and polyols reduce glycemic impact‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Milk protein isolate: High-quality, complete protein source
Soluble corn fiber: Good source of prebiotic fiber
Almonds: Nutritious whole food ingredient

Permissible Ingredients

Whey protein isolate: High-quality protein, but processed
Cocoa (processed with alkali): Alkalization reduces antioxidants

Cautionary Ingredients

Erythritol: Sugar alcohol that may cause digestive discomfort
Sucralose: Artificial sweetener

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Erythritol, Sucralose, Stevia
Additives: Sunflower lecithin, Xanthan gum
ArtificialColors: No
ArtificialFlavors: No
ArtificialPreservatives: Not Specified
Artificial Color Free Artificial Preservative Free Athlete Friendly Breakfast Suitable Busy Professional Friendly Frequent Traveler Functional Food Glucose Syrup Free High Fiber High Protein Highly Processed Late Night Snack Low Carb Low Carb Lifestyler Low Sodium Low Sugar Maltodextrin Free Muscle Builder Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Palm Oil Free Post-Workout Pre-Workout Red-Flag Ingredients Present 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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