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Upfront

Upfront Protein Bar Caramel Fudge

Upfront Protein Bar Caramel Fudge

Company's Description

The prime example of the Upfront standard: a clean protein bar with nuts and dates. The Upfront protein bar was developed from the frustration that other protein bars contain many unrecognizable ingredients. We have proven that this can be done differently: a bar with 15 grams of protein, and ingredients that you do know.


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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 60g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 259 kcal
TotalFat: 12g
SaturatedFat: 2.6g
Sodium: 0.39g
TotalCarbohydrates: 22g
DietaryFiber: 3.1g
TotalSugars: 17g
AddedSugars: 0g
Protein: 15g
‎👋 Assessment: Protein and fiber content are strong, and fats are mostly healthy. However, sugar is too high for a protein-focused bar, even if naturally sourced. Clean and functional for active consumers, but high sugar reduces appeal for weight loss or diabetic users.

👋 Protein: High — 15g from egg whites, supporting muscle recovery.
👋 Fat: 12g total, primarily from almonds and cocoa butter.
👋 Carbohydrates: Moderate to high — primarily sugars from dates.
👋 Fiber: 3.1g — provides satiety and digestive support.
👋 Sugars: 17g per bar — high for sugar-conscious consumers.
👋 Sodium: Moderate — within safe limits but notable.

Ingredients

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Dates, almonds (27%), egg white protein (22%), cocoa butter, sunflower lecithin, natural flavor, cinnamon.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Whole-food and clean. All ingredients are natural, with no artificial additives or preservatives. Sweetness is derived from dates, not refined sugars.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 Whole-food ingredients, High protein, No artificial additives

‎🙄 High natural sugar, Moderate sodium

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Almonds, Eggs
🫣 May Contain:N/A
😇 Free From: Gluten, Soy, Dairy

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Caramel, Nutty, Sweet, Spiced, Fudgy‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Post-workout, midday clean snack, or natural energy bar.
Good for clean eaters, active lifestyles, and whole-food advocates. Not ideal for sugar-controlled diets.

🤝 Protein-rich clean energy, supports recovery and satiety.

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Egg white‎

‎‎‎✊ Natural sugars and fats

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Diet Profile

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Is it for you?

Athlete: Good recovery bar; clean and protein-rich.
BusyProfessional: Convenient and wholesome snack.
Diabetic: Not suitable — high natural sugar.
Endurance Athlete: Great for post-activity replenishment.
Frequent Traveler: Portable, shelf-stable, nutrient-dense.
KidFriendly: Natural ingredients but too sweet for regular use.
Parent: Ideal adult snack — occasional for kids.
Senior Citizen: Protein beneficial, sugar should be watched.
Natural Lifestyle Buyer: Excellent — clean and whole-food based.
Wellness Seeker: Strong nutritional profile — sugar is only concern.
Whole Food Purist: Excellent fit.
WeightLossSeeker: Not ideal — sugar and calorie dense.

Still Curious?

Why B?

This bar delivers a clean label and 15g of protein using whole-food ingredients. However, it contains 17g of sugar per serving, primarily from dates, which limits its appeal for sugar-sensitive consumers. While the ingredients are natural and nutrient-dense, the high sugar and calorie content reduce its rating.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: True
HighFiber: True
LowSugar: False
LowSodium: False
LowFat: False
GlutenFree: True
Vegan: False
Vegetarian: True
KetoFriendly: False
PaleoFriendly: True

Glycemic Index Estimation

65+, The 17g of sugar from dates may cause a moderate-to-high blood sugar spike despite fiber.‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Almonds: Healthy fats and plant-based nutrients.
Egg white protein: Complete protein source — high bioavailability.
Cinnamon: Natural spice with anti-inflammatory potential.
Sea salt: Mineral-rich natural salt (implicit via sodium).

Permissible Ingredients

Dates: Natural sugar and fiber source, but high in sugar.
Cocoa butter: Natural fat source for structure and flavor.
Sunflower lecithin: Natural emulsifier used for consistency.
Natural flavor: Broad label — likely plant-based, but not fully transparent.

Cautionary Ingredients

N/A

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: No
Additives: Sunflower lecithin
ArtificialColors: No
ArtificialFlavors: No
ArtificialPreservatives: No
Artificial Color Free Artificial Preservative Free Artificial Sweetener Free Athlete Friendly Busy Professional Friendly Clean Label Frequent Traveler Functional Food Glucose Syrup Free Gluten Free High Fiber High Protein Kid Friendly Profile Kids Friendly Lactose Free Maltodextrin Free Muscle Builder Natural Lifestyle Buyer Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Paleo Friendly Palm Oil Free Post-Workout Pre-Workout Senior Friendly Senior Friendly Profile Soy Free Travel Friendly Vegetarian Whole Food Purist

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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