Protein + Nuts Bar Salted Cashew Caramel
73
Nutrition Score
Moderate

Protein + Nuts Bar Salted Cashew Caramel

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Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.
84
Hazard Score
Healthy
71
Mirella Index
Everyday
Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)
Ingredients
Maltitol
E965  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA
Sugar alcohol sweetener. Safe for teeth but causes digestive gas, bloating, and laxative effects in moderate doses.
Cocoa Butter
CocoaButter  ·  No known concerns
Natural fat from cocoa beans. Rich in stearic acid; neutral effect on LDL cholesterol.
Whole Milk Powder
WholeMilkPow  ·  No known concerns
Contains milk
Dehydrated whole cow's milk. Contains lactose and casein; allergen for milk-sensitive individuals.
Cocoa Mass (Liquor)
CocoaMass  ·  No known concerns
Pure ground cocoa beans. The foundational component of high-quality dark chocolate. Rich in polyphenols.
Lecithin
E322  ·  No known concerns
Natural emulsifier often derived from soy or eggs. Completely safe.
Natural Flavouring
NatFlavour  ·  No known concerns
Catch-all term for flavour compounds derived from natural sources (plants, animals, fermentation).
Cashew
Cashew  ·  No known concerns
Contains tree nuts
Kidney-shaped tree nut, eaten roasted or used in butters and dairy-free products. Contains tree nut allergen.
Glycerol (Glycerin)
E422  ·  No known concerns
Humectant used to maintain moisture in cakes, protein bars, and chocolates. Generally safe but can cause mild digestive issues in massive doses.
Whey Protein Concentrate
WheyProt  ·  No known concerns
Contains milk
High-quality dairy protein isolated from whey. Excellent amino acid profile for muscle repair.
Sorbitol
E420  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant. Can have a laxative effect in large amounts.
Dextrin
E1400  ·  −2 pts
Starch broken down by heat or acid into a thickener and binder used in sauces, coatings, and baked goods.
Coconut Oil
CoconutOil  ·  −3 pts
Moderate health concern Source: FDA
Edible oil extracted from the kernel or meat of mature coconuts. High in saturated fat.
Milk Powder (Dried Milk)
MilkPowder  ·  No known concerns
Contains milk
Milk with the water removed, sold as a shelf-stable powder for reconstituting or baking. Contains milk allergen.
Salt (Sodium Chloride)
Salt  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA
Common table salt used for flavouring and preservation. High intake is linked to hypertension.
Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids
E471  ·  −3 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Common emulsifiers derived from fats. May contain trans fats. Used in bread, margarine, and ice cream.
Sodium Citrate
E331  ·  No known concerns
Salt of citric acid used to control acidity and as an emulsifier in processed cheese, drinks, and desserts.
Hydrolyzed Collagen
CollagProt  ·  No known concerns
Easily absorbed structural protein powder added to premium dairy, protein shakes, and health sweets.
Milk Protein
MilkProtein  ·  No known concerns
Contains milk
Concentrated protein extracted from milk (casein and/or whey), added to boost protein content in processed foods. Contains milk allergen.
Fructo-Oligosaccharides
FOS  ·  No known concerns
Prebiotic dietary fiber used to promote gut bacteria growth.
Alpha-Tocopherol (Synthetic Vitamin E)
E307  ·  No known concerns
Synthetic form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant in food. Generally safe.
Sucralose
E955  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: FDA
Artificial sweetener (Splenda). Potential negative impacts on gut microbiome and insulin sensitivity.
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